THE  BENSON  LIBRARY  OP  HYMNOLOGY 

Endowed  by  the  Reverend 

Louis  Fitzgerald  Benson,  d.d. 

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LIBRARY  OF  THE  THEOLOGICAL  SEMINARY 
PRINCETON,   NEW  JERSEY 


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THE    HYMN 


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DEC  22   1958 

Revised  and  Enlarged 


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BEIXG   THE  REPORT  OF  THE  COJLVISSIOX  OX  THE  HYMXAL, 
A  PRO  IX  TED  BY   THE   GEXERAE    COXVEXTIOX  OF  i88g 


Printed  fgr  thk  General  Convention 
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THE   GENERAL  CONVENTION. 


KeSOLUTIOX     ADOPTKD    liY    THE    lIoi'SK    OF    DePUTIKS    AXD    CONCURRED    IX    BY 
THE    HOLTSE    OF    BiSHOPS,    THE    FIFTEEXTH    DAY    OF    THE    SeSSIOX,    OcTOBEK 

18th,  1889. 

Resolved,  The  House  of  Bishops  concurring,  that  the  Commission  on  the 
Hymnal  be  instructed  to  print  their  hiial  lieport  at  least  three  months  before 
the  next  General  Convention  ;  that  the  Committee  furnish  to  the  Secretary  of 
the  Convention  a  sufficient  number  of  copies  for  tlie  Bishops  and  Deputies 
elect ;  and  that  the  Secretary  mail  the  same  to  them  without  delay.  The 
ex]iense  of  carrying  out  this  order  shall  be  paid  by  the  Treasurer  of  the  Con- 
vention, on  the  a[)proval  of  the  Chairman  of  the  Committee  on  Expenses. 

Attest:  CHARLES  L.  HUTCHIXS, 

Sccrcttrry. 


Mill*.  Kmioht  It  Co..  P  .*., 

l)o.Tu<.. 


PREFACE. 


The  Joint  Commission  to  which  was  referred  the  ITymnal  reported  to  the  fieneral  Con- 
vention of  1889,  begs  leave  to  report  :  — 

First,  That  it  recommends  the  omission  of  certain  hymns  in  the  said  ITymnal,  as  will 
he  noted  by  the  Report,  which  the  Commission  herewith  presents  to  the  Convention. 

Second,  That  it  recommends  the  addition  of  certain  hymns  from  the  present  Ilymual, 
such  addition  being  contained  also  in  the  Report. 

Third,  That  it  recommends  the  addition  of  several  hymns  from  other  sources,  which  will 
be  found  as  well  in  the  Report. 

The  lines  laid  clown  by  the  previous  Committee  have  in  general  been  followed,  both  as 
to  principles  and  as  to  matters  of  detail.  The  following  statements  of  that  Committee  are 
repeated  here,  as  marking  the  course  of  the  present  Commission.     Its  aim  has  been 

1.  To  provide  for  the  present  needs  and  demands  of  the  Church  in  her  public  M-orship 
and  her  increased  activities,  as  the  conditions  have  changed  within  the  last  twenty  years. 

2.  To  provide  so  fully  for  hymns  in  the  various  departments  of  Church  life  and  work  as 
to  make  unnecessary  the  purchase  of  additional  books  for  special  occasions. 

o.  To  meet  the  necessities  not  merely  of  the  larger  City  Parishes,  but  to  include  hymns 
which  would  satisfy  the  wants  of  smaller  Parishes  and  remote  Missions  and  the  needs  of 
individual  souls  for  the  deepening,  cultivation  and  expression  of  their  personal  devotion. 

4.  To  include,  as  far  as  possible,  the  expression  of  the  varying  schools  of  theological 
thought  and  phases  of  religious  feeling  in  the  Church. 

5.  To  place  as  many  as  possible  of  the  hymns  for  the  various  seasons  under  the  heading 
of  "General,"  where  they  can  readilj^  be  found  by  means  of  the  first-line  references,  and 
Avhere  yet  they  will  naturally  come  into  use  throughout  the  j^ear. 

As  to  details,  the  Commission  has  been  careful  to  conform  its  action  to  the  instruction  of 
the  resolution  under  which  it  was  appointed.  The  original  versions  of  hymns  have  been 
carefully  sought  out  and  adopted,  except  when  the  general  consensus  of  the  leading 
Hymnals  has  shown  that  the   "best  existing  text  of  such  hymns  "  varied  from  the  original. 

It  has  made  a  distinction,  as  in  the  Report  of  1881),  between  hymns  for  common,  and  hynms 
for  special  use,  placing  the  latter  in  an  Appendix,  yet  Avith  continuous  numbering,  so  that 
they  may  be  available  at  any  and  all  times. 

It  has  grouped  together,  as  far  as  possible,  according  to  their  thought,  the  hymns  placed 
under  the  heading  of  "General,"  and  has  arranged  them  generally  after  the  main  plan  of 
the  Report. 

It  has  provided  an  Index  of  Subjects  —  which,  it  is  hoiked,  will  be  of  use  to  the  Clergy  — 
as  well  as  a  Table  of  References  by  tirst  lines. 

The  Commission  has  not  thought  best  to  compile  a  list  of  hymns  for  the  different  Sundays, 
fearing  that  such  a  Table  would  result  in  the  i)racti('al  disuse  of  the  hymns  not  represented 
upon  it.     It  leaves  the  preparation  of  such  a  Table,  if  it  be  desired,  to  private  undertaking. 

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PKEFACE. 


Xor  does  the  Commission  advise  the  piintin;^  of  tlie  names  of  authors  —  thoup:h  a  list 
of  such  names  is  in  liand,  and  at  tlie  disimsal  of  the  Convention — because,  in  its  jud«inicnr, 
ihe  hymns  havin«4  become  the  property  of  the  Church,  and  beini::  in  some  instances  altered 
fr(»m  the  original,  need  not,  and  ought  not  to  be,  associated  ^vitll  the  names  of  those  who 
wrote  them. 

Every  effort  has  been  made  to  obtain  the  consent  of  living  authors  for  the  use  of  their 
hynuis,  and  of  t'.ie  e<litors  of  Hymn  ds  from  which  hymns  have  been  taken,  and  the  Commis- 
sion gratefully  acknowledges  the  cordial  courtesy  with  which  the  consent  has  been  invariably 
_ivcn. 

The  Commission  must  make  mention  here,  with  reverent  affection,  of  two  of  its  number, 
who  entered  three  years  ago  upon  this  lal>or  of  love,  both  of  whom  also  belonged  to  the 
preceding  Committee  :  The  Rt.  liev.  Dr.  Paddock  of  3Iassachusetts  was  among  the  most 
earnest  and  enthusiastic  members  of  the  Commission.  No  one  gave  more,  perhai)s  none  as 
much,  thorough  and  unsparing  tliought  and  pains  to  the  examination  and  selection  of  hymns. 
His  habits  of  systeinatic  exactness,  his  whole-souled  devotion  to  every  duty,  his  spiritual 
rlevation  —  all  marked  features  of  his  character — came  out  in  striking  ways  in  the  hearty 
service  which  he  gave  to  this  work.  The  venerable  Dr.  Benedict,  of  Ohio,  all  his  life  a 
student  in  hymnology,  is  remembered  by  his  fellows,  all  these  six  years,  with  affectionate 
respect  for  the  faithful  interest  and  large  experience  which  he  brought  to  this  work,  for 
the  consistent  courage  of  his  own  opinions,  and  for  his  liberal  consideration  of  needs  and 
feelings  of  which  he  had  no  consciousness  himself.  To  the  one,  with  the  suddenness  of  a 
translation  ;  to  the  other,  through  the  peaceful  patience  of  long  aniicipation,  the  summons 
came.  But  the  faithful  servant  is  always  ready  for  his  Lord's  call  ;  and  those  who  enter 
upon  the  labor  of  such  servants  of  God  as  these,  are  cheered  and  comforted  not  only  by  the 
memory  of  pleasant  companionship,  and  by  the  example  of  devoted  lives,  but  by  the  blessed 
sense  that  where  they  are,  and  where  we  arc,  the  service  and  the  worship  of  the  Mat:.ter 
are  one. 


William  Cuoswell  Doaxk,  D.I).,  LL.D.,   (lidlruKta. 
Thomas  Uxi)K1!w«)OI)  Di  dlkv,  D.I).,  D.C.L. 
J.  S.  B.  HoiKiKs,  D.D. 

E.  A.  Bradley,  D.D. 

J.    S.    BiDDLE. 

Hknky  Coppee. 

F.  E.  Oliver. 

II.  W.  Xelsox,  .Til,  D.D.,   Sicreiary. 


CONTEXTS. 


HYMXS 

I.  DAILY  PRAYER 

MORXTXG 1-     G 

Evening T-  22 

TuE  Loed"s  Day 23-32 

11.  THE   CHRISTIAX  YEAR. 

Advext. 33-  48 

Christmas 40-  58 

Epiphany 59-68 

Septuagesima,  etc 69-  73 

Lext 74-  85 

Holy  Week 86-102 

Easter  Evex 103-105 

Eastertide 106-121 

Ascexsioxtide 122-127 

Whitsuxtide 128-131 

Trixity 132-136 

St.  Axdrett 137 

St.  Thomas 138 

St.  Stephex 139, 140 

St.  Johx  the  Evaxgelist.  . .  141,142 

The  Holy  Ixxocexts 143, 144 

The  Circumcisiox 145, 146 

TheCoxversiox  of  St.  Paul.  147 

The  Plrificatiox 148-151 

St.  Matthias 152 

The  Axxuxciatiox 153-155 

St.  Mark 156 

St.  Philip  axd  St.  James  . . .  157 

St.  Barxabas 158, 159 

The   Nativity  of   St.    John- 
Baptist 160 

St.  Peter 161, 162 

St.  James 163 


HYMNS 

The  Traxsfiguratiox lO-J-166 

St.  Bartholomew 167 

St.  Matthew 168 

St.    Michael    axd   All   Ax- 
gels 169,  170 

St.  Luke 171 

St.  Simox  axd  St.  Jude 172 

Gexeral  for  Saixts'  Days..  173-180 

Ember  Days 181-186 

RoGATiox  Days 187-190 

TiiAXKSGivixG  Day 191-195 

Xatioxal  Days 196-203 

The  Old  Year 204.  205 

The  Xew  Year 20(_W208 

The  Seasons 209-212 

THE  CHURCH. 

Holy  Baptism 213-218 

Coxfirmatiox 219-225 

Holy  Commuxion 226-243 

Holy  Matrimony 244-246 

Burial  of  the  Dead 247-2.54 

Missions 255-271 

Almsgivixg 272-274 

Charities 275-279 

Orphans 280, 281 

Temperaxce 282,  283 

Divixity  Schools 284 


IV.  THE  HOLY  SCRIPTURES....   285-288 


III. 


Y.  SPECIAL   OCCASIONS. 

Ordination 

Institution  of  Minister; 

V 


289-293 
294 


CONTEXTS. 


HYMNS 

Lavino  of  a  Cohxer-Stoxe.  295-298 
CoNsix  iiATiox  OF  CiintcnKs.  290-302 
Restoration  of  a  Ciiihcii..  303 

Dedication       of        Hotses, 

Places  and  Tnixos 304-308 

TlIAVELLERS  BY  SeA  OR  LaXD   309-314 


YI.   GEXEKAL 


3ir)-:)02 


Til.   PROCESSIOXALS. 


503-513 


HYMN< 

VIII.   LITAXIES 514-52ii 

IX.     APPEXDIX. 

Foil  ClITLDREX 523-508 

Lay  Helpers 5G9-5T'.> 

Teachers 57s 

Guilds  or   Fijiexdly  Sot  ie- 

TIES 579 

Parochial  Missions 580-()15 

For  the  Sick  axd  Afflicted  61(>-(i29 
Home  axd  Personal  Use...  G30-073 


HYMNS 


I.  IDailij  ?3rauci\ 


MORNING. 

1  L.  M. 
"VTEW  every  luoniini;'  is  the  love 

jJN      Our  wakeniug  and  uprising  prove; 
Through  sleep  anil  darkness  safely  brought, 
Restored  to  life,  and  power,  and  thought. 

2  Xew  mercies,  each  returning  day. 
Hover  around  us  while  we  pray; 
Xew  perils  i)ast,  new  sins  forgiven, 

New  thoughts  of  God,  new  hopes  of  heaven. 

3  If  on  our  daily  course  our  mind 
Be  set  to  hallow  all  we  find, 

Xew  treasures  still,  of  countless  price, 
God  will  provide  for  sacrifice. 

4  Old  friends,  old  scenes,  will  lovelier  be. 
As  more  of  heaven  in  each  we  see; 
Some  softening  gleam  of  love  and  prayer 
Shall  dawn  on  every  cross  and  care. 

')  The  trivial  round,  the  common  task, 
Will  furnish  all  we  need  to  ask; 
Room  to  deny  ourselves,  a  road 
To  bring  us  daily  nearer  God. 

6  Only,  O  Lord,  in  Thy  dear  love. 
Fit  us  for  perfect  rest  above; 
And  help  us,  this  and  every  day. 
To  live  more  nearly  as  we  pray. 


Part  I. 


L.M. 


AWAKE,  my  soul,  and  with  the  sun 
Thy  daily  stage  of  duty  run ; 
Shake  off  dull  sloth,  and  early  rise 
To  pay  thy  morning  sacrilice. 

-I  Redeem  thy  misspent  time  that's  past. 
And  live  this  day  as  if  thy  last; 
Improve  thy  talent  with  due  care; 
For  the  great  day  thyself  prepare. 

3  Wake,  and  lift  up  thyself,  my  heart, 
And  with  the  angels  bear  thy  part. 
Who  all  niglit  long,  unwearied,  sing 
High  praise  to  the  eternal  King. 

1 


Fart  II. 

4  .Vll  praise  to  Thee,  Who  safe  hast  kept, 
And  hast  refreshed  me  while  I  slei)t; 
Grant,  Lord,  when  I  from  death  shall  wake, 
I  may  of  endless  light  partake. 

5  Lord,  I  my  vows  to  Thee  renew; 
Scatter  my  sins  as  morning  dew; 

Guard  my  lirst  springs  of  thought  and  will, 
And  with  Thyself  my  spirit  lill. 

(5  Direct,  control,  suggest,  this  day, 
All  I  design,  or  do,  or  say; 
That  all  my  powers,  with  all  their  might. 
In  Thy  sole  glory  may  unite. 

7  Praise  God,  from  Whom  all  blessings  flow; 
Praise  Him,  all  creatures  here  below; 
Praise  Him  above,  angelic  host; 
Praise  Father,  Son,  and  Holy  Ghost. 
The  Doxology  may  be  sung  also  at  the  eml  of  Part  I. 

3  L.M. 

OJESU,  Lord  of  heavenly  grace. 
Thou  brightness  of  Thy  Father's  face, 
Thou  fountain  of  eternal  light, 
AVhose  beams  disperse  the  shades  of  night, 

2  Come,  holy  Sun  of  heavenly  love, 
Shower  down  Thy  radiance  from  above; 
And  to  our  inward  hearts  convey 

The  Holy  Spirit's  cloudless  ray. 

3  May  faith,  deep-rooted  in  the  soul. 
Subdue  our  Hesh,  our  minds  control; 
May  guile  dei)art,  and  discord  cease. 
And  all  within  be  joy   and  peace. 

4  Oh,  hallowed  be  the  approaching  day; 
Let  meekness  be  our  morning  ray ; 
And  faithful  love  our  noonday  light; 
And  hope  our  sunset,  calm  and  bright. 

5  O  Christ,  with  each  returning  morn. 
Thine  image  to  our  hearts  be  borne; 
Oh,  may  we  ever  clearly  see 

Our  Saviour  and  our  God  in  Thee. 


DAILY    riiAYEK— EVENING. 


P.  M. 


C10ME,  my  soul,  tliou  must  be  \vakin< 
''     Now  is  breaking 
O'er  the  earth  aiiotlier  (hiy: 
Come,  to  Ilim  who  made  this  si)leii(loi' 
JSee  thou  render 

All  thy  feeble  streug:th  can  i)ay. 

2  Pray  that  lie  may  i)rosi)er  ever 
Eaeh  endeavor, 

AVhen  thine  aim  is  (jood  and  true; 
But  that  He  may  ever  thwart  thee, 
And  convert  thee, 

When  thou  evil  would' st  pursue. 

3  Think  that  He  thy  ways  beholdeth ; 
He  unfoldeth 

Every  fault  that  lurks  within; 
He  the  hidden  shame  glossed  c>ver 
Can  discover. 

And  discern  each  deed  of  sin. 


Mayest  thou  on  life's  last  morrow, 
Eree  from  sorrt)w, 

Pass  away  in  slumber  sweet; 
And,  released  from  death's  dark  sadness. 
Pise  in  jiladness, 

That  far  brighter  Sun  to  greet. 

C)nly  God's  free  gifts  abuse  not, 
Ligijt  refuse  not, 

But  His  Spirit's  voice  obey; 
Thou  with  Him  shalt  dwell,  beholding 
Light  enfolding 

All  things  in  unclouded  day. 


3  Let  our  i)rayers  each  morn  prevail, 
That  these  gifts  may  never  fail; 
And,  as  we  confess  the  sin 

And  the  temi)ter's  jiower  within, 
Eeed  us  with  the  Bread  of  Life; 
Fit  us  for  our  daily  strife. 

4  As  the  morning  light  returns, 
As  the  sun  with  splendor  burns, 
Teach  us  still  to  turn  to  Thee, 
Ever  blessed  Trinity, 

With  our  hands  our  hearts  to  raise 
In  unfailing  praver  and  praise. 


6 


[fi:ii)Av.] 


L.  M. 


Vs. 


17^ VERY  morning  mercies  new 
Li     Fall  as  fresh  as  morning  dew; 
Eveiy  morning  let  us  ]»ay 
Tiibute  with  the  early  day: 
For  Thy  nu^rcies.  Lord,  are  sure; 
Thy  comjiassion  doth  endure. 

Still  the  greatness  of  Thy  h)ve 
Daily  dotJi  our  sins  remove: 
Daily,  far  as  east  fr(»in  west. 
Lifts  tjie  burden  from  the  breast; 
(iives  uiibought,  to  thctsi*  who  l>ray. 
Strength  to  stand  in  evil  day. 
2 


0  JESUS,  crucified  for  man, 
O  Lamb,  all  glorious  on  Thy  thritne, 
Teach  Thou  our  wondering  souls  to  scan 
The  mystery  of  Thy  love  unknown. 

2  "\Ve  pray  Thee,  grant  us  strength  to  take 

Our  daily  cross,  whate'er  it  l)e, 

And  gladly  for  Thine  own  dear  sake 

In  paths  of  pain  to  follow  Thee. 

3  As  on  our  daily  way  we  go, 

Through  light  or  shade,  in  calm  or  strife, 
Oh!  may  we  bear  Thy  marks  below 
In  conquered  sin  and  chastened  life. 

4  And  week  by  week  this  day  we  ask 

That  holy  memories  of  Thy  cross 
May  sanctify  each  common  task, 
And  turn  to  gain  each  earthly  loss. 

5  Grant  us,  dear  Lord,  our  cross  to  bear 

Till  at  Thy  feet  we  lay  it  down, 
"Win  through  Thy  blood  our  i)ardon  there, 
And  through  the  cross  attain  the  crown. 

Also  the  following: 

310  Christ,  Whose  glory  tills  the  skies. 
3S3  Holy,  Holy,  Holy,  j.ord  (iod  almighty. 

031  My  Father,  for  another  night. 

032  When  the  bright  morn  I  see. 


EVENING. 


io.(;.io.r). 


0  BRIGHTNESS  of  the  immortal  Father's 
face. 
Most  holy,  heavenly,  blest. 
Lord  .Jesus  Christ,  in  Whom  His  initli  and 
grace 
Are  visibly  expressed: 


DAILY    PKAVEll— EVKMX(;. 


■J.  TliL'  sun  is  sinking-  now,  and  one  by  one 
The  lamps  of  eveuin<;-  shine: 
We  hymn  the  eternal  Father,  and  the  Son, 
And  Holy  Ghost  divine. 

;;  Worthy  art  Thou  at  all  times  to  receive 
Our  hallowed  i)raises.  Lord: 
O  Son  of  God,  be  Thou,  in  Whom  we  live, 
Through  all  the  world  adored. 

8  L.  M. 

ALL  praise  to  Thee,  my  God,  this  night, 
For  all  the  blessings  of  the  light; 
Keep  me,  oh,  keep  me.  King  of  kings, 
Beneath  Thine  own  almighty  wings. 

2  Forgive  me,  Lord,  for  Thy  dear  Son, 
The  ill  that  I  this  day  have  done; 
That  with  the  \vorld,  myself,  and  Thee, 
I,  ere  I  sleep,  at  peace  may  be. 

o  Teach  me  to  live,  that  I  may  dread 
The  grave  as  little  as  my  bed; 
Teach  me  to  die,  that  so  I  may 
Kise  glorious  at  the  awful  day. 

4  Oh,  may  my  soul  on  Thee  repose. 

And  may  sweet  sleep  mine  eyelids  close; 
sleep  that  shall  me  more  vigorous  make 
To  serve  my  God  wdien  I  awake. 

5  When  in  the  night  I  sleepless  lie, 

My  soul  with  heavenly  thoughts  supply; 
Let  no  ill  dreams  disturb  my  rest, 
Xo  powers  of  darkness  me  molest. 

0  Oh,  when  shall  I,  in  endless  daj-. 
Forever  chase  dark  sleep  away. 
And  hymns  divine  with  angels  sing. 
All  praise  to  Thee,  eternal  King  '^ 

7  Praise  God,  from  Whom  all  blessings  flow; 
Praise  Him,  all  creatures  here  below; 
Praise  Him  above,  angelic  host: 
Praise  Father,  Son,  and  Holy  Ghost. 


7.7.7.5. 


HOLY  Father,  cheer  our  way 
With  Thy  love's  perpetual  ray: 
Grant  us  every  closing  day 
Light  at  evening-time. 

2  Holy  Saviour,  calm  our  fears 

When  earth's  brightness  disappears: 
Grant  us  in  our  later  years 
Light  at  evening-time. 
3 


3  Holy  Spirit,  be  Thou  nigii 
AVhen  in  mc^rtal  pains  we  lie; 
Grant  us,  as  we  come  to  tlie, 

Light  at  evening-time. 

4  Holy,  blessed  Trinity, 
Darkness  is  not  dark  to  Thee: 
Those  Thou  keejiest  always  see 

Light  at  evening-time. 

10  8.8.8.4. 

ri^HE  radiant  morn  hath  passed  away, 
Jl_      And  si)ent  too  soon  her  golden  store; 
The  shadows  of  dei>arting  day 
Creep  on  once  more. 

2  Our  life  is  but  an  autumn  sun. 

Its  glorious  noon,  how  quickly  past; 
Lead  us,  O  Christ,  our  life-work  done. 
Safe  home  at  last. 

:j  Oh,  by  Thy  soul-inspiring  grace 

Uplift  our  hearts  to  realms  on  high ; 
Help  us  to  look  to  that  bright  place 
Beyond  the  skj^; 

4  Where  light,  and  life,  and  joy,  and  peace 

In  undivided  empire  reign. 
And  thronging  angels  never  cease 
Their  deathless  strain; 

5  Where  saints  are  clothed  in  spotless  white. 

And  evening  shadows  never  fall. 
Where  Thou,  eternal  Light  of  Light. 
Art  Lord  of  all. 


11 


L.  M. 


SUX  of  my  soul,  Thou  Saviour  dear, 
It  is  not  night  if  Thou  be  near; 
Oh,  may  no  earth-born  cloud  arise 
To  hide  Thee  from  Thy  servant's  eyes. 

2  When  the  soft  dews  of  kindly  sleep 
My  weary  eyelids  gently  steep. 

Be  my  last  thought,  how  sweet  to  rest 
Forever  on  my  Saviour's  breast. 

3  Abide  with  me  from  morn  till  eve. 
For  without  Thee  I  cannot  live; 
Abide  with  me  when  night  is  nigh. 
For  without  Thee  I  dare  not  die. 

4  If  some  poor  wandering  child  of  Thine 
Have  spurned  to-day  the  voice  divine, 
Xow,  Lord,  the  gracious  work  begin; 
Let  him  no  more  lie  down  in  sin. 


DAILY    IMLVYEK— EVEXIXG. 


\Vatrli  l»y  the  sirk;  enrich  tlu*  ittmr 
\\"aU  Mt*.ssiu<;s  from  Thy  b«niiiilh'ss  store; 
13e  every  numruers  sleep  to-ni;rht. 
Like  infant's  slumbers,  luue  ami  light. 

Come  near  and  bless  us  when  we  wake, 
Ere  through  the  W(»rhl  our  way  we  take, 
Till  in  the  ocean  of  Thy  love 
We  lose  ourselves  in  heaven  above. 


3  O  Saviour  Christ,  our  woes  dispel; 

For  some  are  sick,  antl  some  are  sad. 
And  some  have  never  loved  Thee  well. 
And  some  have  lost  the  love  they  had; 

4  And  some  have  found  the  world  is  vain, 

Yet  from  the  world  they  break  not  free; 
And  some  have  friends  who  give  them  pain, 
Y'et  have  not  sought  a  friend  in  Thee. 


12  IMS. 

i    BIDE  wiih  me:  fast  falls  the  eventide: 
.iTX     The   darkness    deepens;    Lord,    with 

me  abide : 
When  other  helpers  fail,  and  comforts  flee. 
Help  of  the  helpless,  oh,  al)ide  with  me. 

■J  Swift  to  its  close  ebbs  out  life's  little  day: 
Earth's  jt»ys  grow  dim.  its  glories  pass  away. 
Change  and  decay  in  all  around  I  see: 
O  Thou  Who  changest  not,  abide  with  me. 

,  I  need  Thy  i)resence  every  passing  hour; 
Wliat  but  Thy  grace  can  toil  the  tempter's 

l>ower  ? 
Who,  like  Thyself,  my  guide  and  stay  can  be? 
Through  cloud  and    sunshine.   Lord,  abide 

with  me. 


4  I  fear  no  f(»e.  with  Thee  at  hand  to  bless: 
Ills  have  no  weight,  and  tears  no  V»itterness. 
^Vhere  is  death's  sting?  where,  grave,  thy 

victory  ? 
I  triumph  still,  if  Thou  abide  with  me. 

5  H<»ld  Thou  Thy  cross  before  my  closing  eyes: 
Shine  through  the  gloom,  and  point  me  to 

the  skies; 
Heaven's  morning  breaks,  and  earth's  vain 

shadows  lice; 
In  life,  in  deatli,  O  Lord,  abide  with  me. 


13 


L.  M. 


i   T  even,  ore  the  sun  was  set, 
xV     The  sick,  ()  L(»rd,  around  Thee  lay; 
Oh,  in  what  divers  jtains  they  nu't  I 
Oh,  with  what  joy  they  went  away  I 


')  And  none,  O  Lord,  have  perfect  rest, 
For  none  are  wholly  free  from  sin; 
And  they  who  fain  would  love  Thee  hest 
I  Are  cousci(»us  most  of  wrong  within. 

(i  O  Saviour  Christ,  Thou  to<)  art  man: 

Thou  hast  been  troubled,  tempted.  trit< 
I      Thy  kind  but  searching  glance  can  scan 
The  very  wounds  that  shame  would  hid. 

7  Thy  touch  has  still  its  ancient  power: 
S'o  word  from  Thee  can  fruitless  fall: 
Hear,  in  this  solemn  evening  hour. 
And  in  Thy  mercy  heal  us  all. 


14 


C.  M. 


THE  shadows  of  the  evening  hours 
Fall  from  the  darkening  sky; 
L'pon  the  fragrance  of  the  ri«>wers 
The  dews  of  evening  lie. 

2  Before  Thy  throne,  O  L<»rd  of  heaven, 
We  kneel  at  close  of  day; 
Look  on  Thy  children  from  on  hi^h. 
And  hear  us  while  we  i»ray. 

:i  The  sorrows  <tf  Thy  servants.  Lord, 
Oh,  do  not  Thou  despise. 
But  let  the  incense  of  our  prayers 
Before  Thy  mercy  rise. 

4  The  brightness  (tf  the  coming  niglit 
I  Upon  the  darkness  rolls; 

With  hopes  (tf  future  glory  chase 
The  shad<»ws  i»n  our  souls. 

5  Slowly  the  rays  of  daylight  fade: 

S«»  fa<le  within  our  heart 
The  hoi)es  in  earthly  love  and  joy. 
That  one  by  one  depai  t. 


J  Ome  more  "tis  eventide,  and  we 

Oppressed  with  various  ills  draw  near; 
What  if  Thy  form  we  cannot  see  '.' 

We  km»w  and  feel  that  Thou  art  here. 


(i  Slowly  the  bright  stars,  one  by  one. 
Within  the  lu'avens  shine: 
(iive  us,  O  Lord,  fresh  hopes  in  heaven, 
And  trust  in  things  divine. 


DAILY    rKAYEil— EVEXIXG. 


Let  peace,  O  Lord  !  Thy  peace,  O  God  ! 

Upon  our  souls  descend. 
From  midnifrht  fears,  and  perils,  Thou 

Our  treniblinji'  hearts  defeud: 


8  Give  us  a  respite  from  our  toil, 
Calm  and  subdue  our  woes; 
Through  the  long-  day  we  labor,  L( 
Oh,  give  us  now  repose. 


>nL 


15 


16 


iS. 


O  WEET  Saviour,  bless  us  ere  we  go: 
1^     Thy  word  into  our  minds  instill; 
And  make  our  lukewarm  hearts  to  glow 

With  lowly  love  and  fervent  will. 
Tlirough  life's  long  day  and  death's  dark 

night, 
O  gentle  Jcsu,  be  our  light. 

The  day  is  gone,  its  hours  have  run, 
And  Thou  hast  taken  count  of  all. 

The  scanty  triumphs  grace  hath  won. 
The  broken  vow,  the  frequent  fall. 

Through  life's  long  day  and  death's  dark 
night, 

O  gentle  Jesu,  be  our  light. 


Grant  us,  dear  Lord,  from  evil  ways 

True  absolution  and  release ; 
And  bless  us,  more  than  in  past  days. 

With  purity  and  inward  peace. 
Through  life's  long  day  and  death's  dark 

night, 
O  gentle  .Jesu,  be  our  light. 


4  For  all  we  love,  the  poor,  the  sad, 
The  sinful,  unto  Thee  we  call; 
Oh,  let  Thy  mercy  make  us  glad; 

Thou  art  our  Saviour,  and  our  all. 
Through  life's  long  day  and  death's  dark 

night, 
O  gentle  Jesu,  be  our  lioht. 


Sweet  Saviour,  bless  us;  night  is  come; 

Through  night  and  darkness  near  us  be ; 
Good  angels  watch  about  our  home. 
And  we  are  one  day  nearer  Thee. 
Through  life's  long  day  and  death's  dark 

night, 
O  gentle  Jesu,  be  our  light. 
5 


O  OFTLY  now  the  light  of  day 
O     Fades  upon  my  sight  away; 
Free  from  care,  froui  labor  free. 
Lord,  1  would  couimune  with  Thee. 

2  Thou,  Whose  all-pervading  eye 

Naught  escapes,  without,  within, 
Pardon  each  infirmity. 

Open  fault,  and  secret  sin. 

3  Soon,  for  me,  the  light  of  day 
Shall  forever  pass  away; 
Then,  from  sin  and  sorrow  free, 
Take  me.  Lord,  to  dwell  with  Thee. 

4  Thou  Who,  sinless,  yet  hast  known 

All  of  man's  iuhrmity; 
Then,  from  Thine  eternal  throne, 
Jesus,  look  with  pitying  eye. 


17  8.7. 

SAYIOL^R,  breathe  an  evening  blessing, 
Ere  repose  our  spirits  seal; 
Sin  and  want  we  come  confessing; 
Thou  canst  save  and  Thou  canst  heal. 


2  Though  the  night  be  dark  and  dreary, 

Darkness  cannot  hide  from  Thee; 
Thou  art  He  who,  never  weary, 
Watchest  wiiere  Thy  people  be. 

3  Though  destruction  walk  around  us, 

Though  the  arrows  past  us  fly, 
Angel-guards  from  Thee  surround  us; 
We  are  safe,  if  Thou  art  nigh. 

4  Be  Thou  nigh,  should  death  o'ertake  usj 

Jesus  then  our  refuge  be. 
And  in  Paradise  awake  us. 

There  to  rest  in  peace  with  Thee. 

5  Father,  to  Thy  holy  keeping 

Humbly  we  ourselves  resign; 
Saviour,  Who  hast  slept  our  sleeping", 
Make  our  slumbers  pure  as  Thine; 

6  Blessed  Spirit,  brooding  o'er  us. 

Chase  the  darkness  of  our  night, 
Till  the  perfect  day  before  us 
Breaks  in  everlasting  light. 


DAILY    I'UAYEl:— liVKXlNT,. 


18 


G.4.G.O. 


19 


rniiK  su 

±      The 


;iiii  IS  siiikinii"  fast, 
dayli«ilit  dios: 
Let  love  awake,  and  jiay 
ller  evening  saeiiliee. 


2  As  Christ  upon  the  cross 

His  head  iiieliued, 
And  to  His  Father's  hands 
llis  parting  soul  resigned; 

3  So  now  herself  my  soul 

^Vould  wlK>lly  give 
Into  His  saered  charge, 
In  \Vlioni  all  spirits  live; 

4  8o  now  beneath  His  eye 

Would  calmly  rest, 
Without  a  wish  or  thought 
Abiding  in  the  breast; 

5  Save  that  His  will  be  done, 

Whate'er  betide; 
Dead  to  herself,  and  dead 
In  Him  to  all  beside. 


G  Thus  would  I  live:  yet  now 
Not  I,  but  He, 
In  all  His  power  and  love, 
Henceforth  alive  in  me. 

7  One  sacred  Trinity, 
One  Lord  divine, 
May  I  be  ever  His, 
And  He  forever  mine. 


rpHE  day  is  past  and  over: 
X      All  thanks,  ()  Lord,  to  Thee! 
1  i)ray  'I'hee  that  olfenceless 
'IMie  hours  of  dark  may  be. 
O  Jesu,  keep  me  in  Thy  sight. 
And  save  me  througli  the  coming  ni< 


The  joys  of  day  are  over: 

I  lift  my  heart  to  Thee; 
And  call  <tn  Thet;  that  sinless 

Th(!  hours  <»f  gh>()in  may  be. 
O  .Icsu,  make  their  darkness  liglit, 
And  save  me  through  the  coming  ui< 
6 


P.  IL 


:ht 


:3  The  toils  (»f  day  arc  over; 

1  raise  the  hymn  to  Thee. 
And  ask  that  free  from  jteril 

The  liours  of  fear  may  be: 
O  Jesu,  keep  me  in  Thy  sight. 
And  guard  me  tlirough  the  coming  niglit. 

4  Lighten  mine  eyes,  O  Saviour, 

Or  sleep  in  death  shall  1. 

And  he,  my  wakeful  tempter, 

Triumphantly  shall  cry 
'  He  couhl  not  make  their  darkness  light, 
Nor  guard    them    through    the    hours    of 
night.' 

o  Be  Thou  my  soul's  preserver. 

()  God!  for  Thou  dost  know 
How  many  are  the  perils 

Through  which  I  have  to  go. 
Lover  of  men,  oh,  hear  my  call, 
And  uuard  and  save  mc  from  them  all  I 


20  8.4.8.4.8.8.8.4. 

GOD,  that  madest  earth  and  heaven, 
Darkness  and  light : 
Who  the  day  for  toil  hast  given. 

For  rest  tlie  night: 
May  Thine  angel-guards  defend  us, 
Slumber  sweet  Thy  mercy  send  us, 
Holy  dreams  and  hopes  attend  us. 
This  livelong  night. 

2  Guard  us  waking,  guard  us  sleei)ing, 

And,  when  we  die. 
May  we  in  Thy  mighty  keeping, 

All  i)eaceful  lie: 
When  the  last  dread  call  shall  wake  us, 
Do  not  Thou,  our  (iod,  forsake  us. 
But  to  reign  in  glory  take  us 

With  Thee  on  hi<rh. 


21 


S.M. 


;ht 


OUR  day  of  ]u"aise  is  done: 
The  eveniiui"  shadows  fall: 
But  i)ass  n(»t  fiom  us  with  the  sun. 
True  Light  that  lightenest  all. 

2  Around  the  throne  on  high, 
Where  night  can  never  be, 
The  white-iobed  harpers  of  the  sky 
Briny;  ceaseless  hvmns  to  Thee. 


THE   LOKD'S   DAY. 


o  Too  faint  our  anthems  here; 
Too  soon  of  praise  we  tire: 
But  oh,  tlie  strains  how  full  and  clear 
Of  that  eternal  choir ! 

4  Yet,  Lord,  to  Thy  dear  will 
If  Thou  attune  the  heart, 
We  in  Thine  angels'  music  still 
May  bear  our  lower  part. 

.">  'Tis  Thine  each  soul  to  calm, 

Each  wayward  thought  reclaim, 
And  make  our  life  a  daily  psalm 
Of  glory  to  Thy  Name. 

0  A  little  while,  and  then 

.Shall  come  the  glorious  end; 

And  songs  of  angels  and  of  men 

In  perfect  praise  shall  blend. 


22  lOs. 

THE  day  is  gently  sinking  to  a  close. 
Fainter  and  yet  more  faint  the  sun- 
light glows: 
O  brightness  of  Thy  Father's  glory,  Thou 
Eternal  Light  of  Light,  be  with  us  now : 
Where  Thou  art  present  darkness  cannot  be; 
Midnight  is  glorious   noon,   O  Lord,   with 
Thee. 

2  Our  changeful  lives  are  ebbing  to  an  end : 
Onward  to  darkness  and  to  death  we  tend : 
O  conqueror  of  the  grave,  be  Thou  our  guide, 
Be  Thou  our  light  in  death's  dark  eventide; 
Then  in  our  mortal  hour  will  be  no  gloom, 
Xo  sting  in  death,  no  terror  in  the  tomb. 

3  Thou,  Who  in  darkness  walking  didst  appear 
Upon  the  waves,  and  Thy  disciples  cheer. 
Come,  Lord,  in  lonesome  days,  when  storms 

assail. 
And  earthly  hopes  and  human  succors  fail : 
When  all  is  dark  may  we  behold  Thee  nigh. 
And  hear  Thy  voice — "  Fear  not,  for  it  is  I." 

4  The  weary  world  is  mouldering  to  decay, 
Its  glories  wane,  its  pageants  fade  away ; 
In  that  last  sunset  when  the  stars  shall  fall. 
May  we  arise  awakened  by  Thy  call. 
With  Thee,  O  Lord,  forever  to  abide 

In  that  blest  day  wliich  has  no  eventide. 
7 


Also  the  following: 
;>S0  Three  in  One,  and  One  in  Three. 
408  The  roseate  hues  of  early  dawn. 
527  Now  the  day  is  over. 
(385  Tarry  with  me,  O  my  Saviour. 
03(3  Inspirer  and  hearer  of  prayer. 

037  Great  God,  to  Thee,  my  evening  song. 

038  Through  the  day  Thy  love  lias  spared  us. 
()30  Hear  our  prayer,  O  Heavenly  Father. 
GOO  One  sweetly  solemn  thought. 


23 


€\}t  %oxV^  ©ag. 


7.6. 


ODAY  of  rest  and  gladness, 
O  day  of  joy  and  light, 
O  balm  of  care  and  sadness. 

Most  beautiful,  most  bright; 
On  thee,  the  high  and  lowly. 

Through  ages  joined  in  tune, 
Sing,  Holy,  Holy,  Holy, 
To  the  great  God  Triune. 


2  On  thee,  at  the  creation. 

The  light  first  had  its  birth; 
On  thee  for  our  salvation 

Christ  rose  from  depths  of  earth-. 
On  thee  our  Lord  victorious 

The  Spirit  sent  from  heaven ; 
And  thus  on  thee  most  glorious 

A  triple  light  was  given. 

3  Thou  art  a  port  protected 

From  storms  that  round  us  rise ; 
A  garden  intersected 

With  streams  of  Paradise; 
Thou  art  a  cooling  foimtain 

In  life's  dry,  dreary  sand; 
From  thee,  like  Pisgah's  mountain, 

W"e  view  our  promised  land. 

4  To-day  on  weary  nations 

The  heavenly  manna  falls: 
To  holy  convocations 

The  silver  trumpet  calls ; 
Where  gospel  light  is  glowing 

With  pure  and  radiant  beams: 
And  living  water  flowing 

With  soul-refreshing  streams. 


THE   LORD-JS   DAY. 


New  oiaces  ever  gaiuinu: 

From  this  our  day  of  rest. 
We  reach  the  Kest  remaining 

To  spirits  of  the  blest. 
To  Holy  Ghost  be  praises, 

To  Father,  and  to  ISon: 
The  Church  her  voice  ui)raises 

To  Thee,  blest  Three  in  One. 


24 


8.6.8.4. 


HAIL !  sacred  day  of  earthly  rest, 
From  toil  and  trouble  free; 
Hail  I  day  of  light,  that  bringest  light 
And  joy  to  me. 

2  A  holy  stillness,  breathing  calm 

On  all  the  Avorld  around. 
Uplifts  my  soul,  O  God,  to  Thee, 
Where  rest  is  found. 

3  On  all  I  think,  or  say,  or  do, 

A  ray  of  light  divine 
Is  shed,  O  God,  this  day  by  Thee, 
For  it  is  Thine. 

4  Accept,  O  God,  my  hymn  of  praise, 

That  Thou  this  day  hast  given, 
S^veet  foretaste  of  that  endless  day 
Of  rest  in  heaven. 


25 


8.8.6. 


C10ME,  let  us  all  with  one  accord 
/     Adore  and  magnify  the  Lord, 
And  festal  service  pay; 

2  On  this  the  day  that  God  hath  blest. 
The  day  of  peace  and  heavenly  rest, 

The  Lord's  own  holy  day; 

3  That  saw  primajval  darkness  break, 
And  that  more  glorious  life  awake 

That  lasteth  evermore; 

4  That  saw  helPs  legions  prostrate  fall, 
And  C'Inist,  triumphant  over  all. 

His  (»\vn  to  lieaven  restore. 

T)  This  day  tlie  jicace  that  Hows  from  lieaven 
W  as  unto  the  Ai)ostles  given, 

When  doors  were  closed  at  night; 
8 


0  This  day  the  Holy  Spirit's  flame 
Upon  the  Churcirs  teachers  eame, 
And  filled  their  souls  with  light. 

7  Still  on  this  day  with  trumpet  sound 
The  Gospel  notes  are  ringing  round. 

To  call  the  world  to  pray: 

8  Then  on  this  day  let  us  adore 
Our  God,  and  supplication  pour. 

That,  when  worlds  pass  away, 

9  Through  Christ's  dear  grace  our  souls  may 

rest 
In  peace  and  joy,  forever  blest. 
Till  the  great  Judo;meut  Da  v. 


26 


S.M. 


rillllS  is  the  day  of  light: 
-L      Let  there  be  light  to-day ; 
O  Day-spring,  rise  upon  our  night, 
And  chase  its  gloom  away. 

2  This  is  the  day  of  rest: 

Our  failing  strength  renew: 
On  weary  brain  and  troubled  breast 
Shed  Thou  Thy  freshening  dew. 

3  This  is  the  day  of  peace: 

Thy  peace  our  spirits  fill: 
Bid  Thou  the  blasts  of  discord  cease. 
The  waves  of  strife  be  still. 

4  This  is  the  day  of  prayer: 

Let  earth  to  heaven  draw  near: 
Lift  up  our  hearts  to  seek  Thee  there; 
Come  down  to  meet  us  here. 

5  This  is  the  first  of  days: 

Send  forth  Thy  (]uickening  breath. 
And  wake  dead  souls  to  love  and  praise, 
O  vanquisher  of  death  ! 


27  CM. 

WITH  joy  we  hail  the  sacred  dav. 
Which  God  hath  called  His  own; 
With  joy  the  summons  we  obey, 
To  worship  at  His  throne. 

2  Thy  chosen  temi)le.  Lord,  how  fair! 
As  here  Thy  servants  throng 
To  breathe  the  humble,  fervent  prayc:, 
And  pour  the  grateful  song. 


THE    LOKL)"fS   DAY 


3  Spirit  of  urace,  oh,  deiun  to  dwell 

Witliin  'IMiy  C'liurcli  l)i'](>\vl 
Make  her  in  holiness  excel, 
With  pure  devotion  glow. 

4  Let  peace  within  her  walls  be  found; 

Let  all  her  sons  unite 
To  spread  with  holy  zeal  around 
Her  clear  and  shining  light. 

5  Great  God,  we  hail  the  sacred  day 

Which  Thou  hast  called  Thine  own: 
With  joy  the  summons  we  obey 
To  worship  at  Thy  throne. 

28  c.  M. 

BLEST    day   of   God  I    most   calm,    most 
bright. 
The  lirst,  the  best  of  days; 
The  laborers  rest,  the  saint's  delight, 
The  day  of  prayer  and  praise. 

2  3Iy  Saviour's  face  made  thee  to  shine; 

His  rising  thee  did  raise, 
And  made  thee  heavenly  and  divine 
Beyond  all  other  days. 

3  The  first-fruits  oft  a  blessing  i)rove 

To  all  the  sheaves  behind ; 
And  they  the  day  of  Christ  who  love, 
A  happy  week  shall  find. 

4  This  day  I  must  with  God  appear; 

For,  Lord,  the  day  is  Thine; 
Help  me  to  spend  it  in  Thy  fear, 
And  thus  to  make  it  mine. 


29 


C.  M. 


,     ^V'^^^^  ^^^^^  ^^^^  wants  are  told,  that  brought 
!     1>      Thy  children  to  Thy  knee; 

Here  lingering  still,  we  ask  for  naught. 
But  simply  worship  Thee. 

2  The  hope  of  heaven's  eternal  days 
I        Absorbs  not  all  the  heart 
I     That  gives  Thee  glory,  love,  and  praise, 
j        For  being  what  Thou  art. 

j^  For  Thou  art  God,  the  one,  the  same, 
I         O'er  all  things  high  and  bright; 

And  round  us,  when  we  speak  Thy  name. 
There  spreads  a  heaven  of  light. 

{4  O  wondrous  peace,  in  thought  to  dwell 

On  excellence  divine; 
j     To  know  that  naught  in  man  can  tell 
!         How  fair  Thy  beauties  shine. 
9 


5  O  Thou,  above  all  blessing  blest, 
(^'er  thanks  exalted  far. 
Thy  very  greatness  is  a  rest 
To  mortals  as  we  are; 

G  For  when  we  feel  the  praise  of  Thee 
A  task  beyond  our  powers. 
We  say,  "A  perfect  God  is  He, 
And  He  is  fully  ours." 

30  los. 

SAVIOUR,  again  to  Thy  dear  Name  we 
raise 
With  one  accord  our  parting  hymn  of  praise; 
Once  more  we  bless  Thee  ere  our  worship 

cease, 
Then,    lowly  kneeling,   wait   Thy  word   of 
peace. 

2  Grant  us  Thy  peace  upon  our  homeward 

way ; 
With  Thee  began,  with  Thee  shall  end  the 

day; 
Guard  Thou  the  lips  from  sin,  the  hearts 

from  shame, 
That  in  this  house  have  called  upon  Thy 

Xame. 

3  Grant  us  Thy  peace  through  this  approach- 

ing night, 
Turn  Thou  for  us  its  darkness  into  light; 
From  harm  and  danger  keep  Thy  children 

free, 
For  dark  and  light  are  both  alike  to  Thee. 

4  Grant  us  Thy  peace  throughout  our  earthly 

life, 
Our  balm  in  sorrow,  and  our  stay  in  strife: 
Then,  when  Thy  voice  shall  bid  our  contlict 

cease, 
Call  us,  O  Lord,  to  Thine  eternal  peace. 


31  L.  M. 

ALMIGHTY  Father,  bless  the  word 
Which   through   Thy  grace   we   now 
have  heard ; 
Oh,  may  the  precious  seed  take  root, 
Spring  up,  and  bear  abundant  fruit. 

2  We  praise  Thee  for  the  means  of  grace, 
Thus  in  Thy  courts  to  seek  Thy  face: 
Grant,  Lord,  that  we  who  worshij)  here 
May  all,  at  last,  in  heaven  ai)pear. 


THE   CIIUISTIAX   YEAR— ADVENT. 


32 


8.7.8.7.4.7. 


LOUD,  dismiss  us  Avitli  Thy  blessinj]:; 
Fill  our  hearts  with  joy  aud  peace; 
Let  us  each.  Thy  love  jjossessiug, 
Triumph  in  re(itemin<;-  grace: 

Oh,  refresh  us, 
Travelling  through  this  wilderness. 

2  Thanks  we  give  and  adoration 
For  Thy  Gospel's  joyful  sound: 
May  the  fruits  of  Thy  salvation 
In  our  hearts  and  lives  abound : 

May  Thy  presence 
With  us  evermore  be  found; 

:3  So  that  when  Thy  love  shall  call  us, 
Saviour,  from  the  world  away, 
Fear  of  death  shall  not  appal  us, 
Glad  Thy  summons  to  obey. 

May  we  ever 
Reign  with  Thee  in  endless  day. 


II.  Z]}t  ffi{)n5tian  gear. 


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ADVENT. 


6.5. 


HARK  I  the  voice  eternal, 
Robed  in  majesty, 
Calling  into  being 

Earth  and  sea  and  sky; 
Hark!  in  countless  numbers 

All  the  angel-throng 
Hail  creation's  morning 
With  one  Ijurst  of  song. 
High  in  regal  glory, 
"Mid  eternal  light, 
Reign,  ()  King  immortal, 
Holy,  inlinite. 

Brig-ht  the  world  and  glorious, 

Calm  both  earth  anil  sea, 
Noble  in  its  grandeur 
Stood  man's  i)urity; 
Came  the  great  transgression, 

Came  the  saddening  fall. 
Death  and  desolation 
Breathing  over  all. 
Still  in  regal  glory, 

'Mid  eternal  liglit, 
Reigned  the  King  immortal, 
Holy,  inlinite. 
10 


3  Long  the  nations  waited, 

Through  the  troubled  night, 
LcK>king,  longing,  yearning 

fFor  the  i)romised  light. 
Proi)hets  saw  the  morning 
^'*     Breaking  far  away. 

Minstrels  sang  the  splendor 
Of  that  opening  day. 
Whilst  in  regal  glory, 

"Mid  eternal  light', 
Reigned  the  King  immortal. 
Holy,  inlinite. 


Brightly  dawned  the  Advent 

Of  the  new-born  King, 
Joyously  the  w  ateliers 

Heard  the  angels  sing. 
Sadlv  closed  the  evening 

Of  His  hallowed  life. 
As  the  noontide  darkness 
Veiled  the  last  dread  strife. 
Lol  again  in  gl(»ry, 

'Mid  eternal  light, 
Reigns  the  King  immortal, 
Holy,  infinite. 


Lo!  again  He  cometh, 

Robed  in  clouds  of  light. 
As  the  Judge  eternal, 

Armed  with  i)ower  and  might. 
Nations  to  His  fot)tstool 

(fathered  then  shall  be; 
Earth  shall  yield  her  treasures. 
And  her  dead,  the  sea. 

Till  the  trumpet  soundeth, 

'Mid  eternal  light 
Reign,  Thou  King  immortal, 
Holy,  inlinite. 


G  Jesus!  Lord  and  Master, 
Prophet,  Priest  and  King, 
To  Thy  feet  triumphant 

Hallowed  ])raise  we  bring. 
Thine  the  jiain  and  weeping. 

Thine  the  victory; 
Power,  and  i)raise,  and  honor, 
Be,  O  Lord,  to  Thee. 
Hiuh  in  regal  glory, 
'Mid  eternal  light, 
Reign,  O  King  immortal, 
liidy,  inlinite. 

[This  hymn  may  be  sunjj  with  or  without  the  refrain, 
as  a  Proc'essionalor  not,  as  desired.] 


THE   CHRISTIAN  YEAR— ADVENT. 


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Ss 


DAY  of  wratli!  oh,  day  of  monrninu! 
See  fultilled  tlie  propliets'  waiuinu-, 
Heaven  and  earth  in  ashes  burning! 

2  Oh,  what  fear  man's  bosom  rendeth, 
When  from  heaven  the  Judge  descendeth, 
On  Wliose  sentence  all  dependeth. 

o  Wondrous  sound  the  trumpet  rtingeth ; 
Through  earth's  sepulchres  it  ringeth; 
All  before  the  throne  it  bringeth. 

4  Death  is  struck,  and  nature  quaking, 
All  creation  is  awaking. 

To  its  Judge  an  answer  making. 

5  Lo !  the  Book  exactly  worded, 
Wherein  all  hath  been  recorded: 
Thence  shall  judgment  be  awarded. 

0  When  the  Judge  His  seat  attaineth, 
And  each  liidden  deed  arraigneth, 
Xothing  unavenged  remaineth. 

7  What  shall  I,  frail  man,  be  pleading  ? 
Who  for  me  be  interceding, 

When  the  just  are  mercy  needing? 

8  King  of  majesty  tremendous. 
Who  dost  free  salvation  send  us, 
Fount  of  pity,  then  befriend  us! 

9  Think,  good  Jesu,  mj--  salvation 
Cost  Thy  wondrous  Incarnation ; 
Leave  me  not  to  reprobation ! 

10  Faint  and  weary  Thou  hast  sought  me. 
On  the  cross  of  suffering  bought  me. 
Shall  such  grace  be  vainly  brought  me  ? 

11  Righteous  Judge!  for  sin's  pollution 
Grant  Thy  gift  of  absolution, 

Ere  that  day  of  retribution. 

12  Guilty,  now  I  pour  my  moaning. 
All  my  shame  with  anguish  owning; 
Spare,  O  God,  Thy  suppliant  groaning! 

13  Thou  the  sinful  woman  saved' st; 
Thou  the  dying  thief  forgavest; 
And  to  me  a  hope  vouchsafest. 

11 


14  Worthless  are  my  prayers  and  sighing, 
Yet,  good  Lord,  in  grace  complying, 
Rescue  me  from  lires  undying! 

15  With  Thy  favored  sheep  oh,  i)lace  me! 
Xor  among  the  goats  abase  me; 

But  to  Thy  right  hand  upraise  me. 

10  While  the  wicked  are  confounded. 
Doomed  to  llames  of  woe  unbounded, 
Call  me,  with  Thy  saints  surrounded. 

17  Low  I  kneel,  with  heart-submission. 
See,  like  ashes,  my  contrition; 
Help  me  in  my  last  condition. 

18  Ah!  that  day  of  tears  and  mourning! 
From  the  dust  of  earth  returning 
Man  for  judgment  must  prepare  him; 
Spare,  O  God,  in  mercy  spare  him! 

10  Lord,  all  pitying,  Jesu  blest. 
Grant  us  Thine  eternal  rest. 

35  8.7.8.7.8.8.7. 

GREAT  God,  what  do  I  see  and  hear! 
The  end  of  things  created! 
The  Judge  of  mankind  doth  appear 

On  clouds  of  glory  seated ! 
The  trumpet  sounds;  the  graves  restore 
The  dead  which  they  contained  before; 
Prepare,  my  soul,  to  meet  Him ! 

2  The  dead  in  Christ  shall  first  arise 
At  the  last  trumpet's  sounding. 

Caught  up  to  meet  Him  in  the  skies. 
With  joy  their  Lwrd  surrounding: 

Xo  gloomy  fears  their  souls  dismay, 

His  presence  sheds  eternal  day 
On  those  prepared  to  meet  Him. 

o  But  sinners,  filled  with  guilty  fears, 

Behold  His  wrath  prevailing; 
For  they  shall  rise,  and  find  their  tears 

And  sighs  are  unavailing: 
The  day  of  grace  is  past  and  gone; 
Trembling,  they  stand  before  the  throne, 

All  unprepared  to  meet  Him. 

4  Great  God,  to  Tliee  my  spirit  clings, 

Thy  boundless  love  declaring, 
One  wondrous  sight  my  comfort  brings, 

Tlie  Judge  my  nature  wearing. 
Beneath  His  cross  I  view  the  day 
When  heaven  and  earth  shall  pass  away, 

And  thus  prepare  to  meet  Him. 


THE   CHRISTIAX   YEAH— ADVEXT. 


36 


R  C.  M. 

ONCE  more,  O  Lord,  Thy  sion  shall  be 
Upon  the  heavens  tlisplayed, 
And  earth  and  its  inhabitants 

Be  terribly  atraitl: 
For,  not  in  weakness  clad,  Thou  com'st. 

Our  woes,  our  sins  to  bear, 
But  «>irt  with  all  Thy  Father's  might. 
His  judgment  to  deelare. 


The  terrors  of  that  awful  day 

Oh,  who  ean  understand  ? 
Or  who  abide,  when  Thou  in  wrath 

Shalt  lift  Thy  holy  hand  ? 
The  earth  shall  (^uake,  the  sea  shall  roar, 

The  sun  in  heaven  grow  pale; 
But  Thou  hast  sworn,  and  wilt  not  change. 

Thy  faithful  shall  not  fail. 


3  Then  grant  us,  Saviour,  so  to  pass 

Our  time  in  trembling  here, 
That  when  upon  the  clouds  of  heaven 

Thy  glory  shall  api)ear, 
Ui)lifting  high  our  joyful  heads, 

In  triumph  we  may  rise. 
And  enter,  with  Thine  angel  train, 

Thy  palace  in  the  skies. 


37 


8.7.8.7.4.7. 


LO,  He  comes  with  clouds  descending, 
Once  for  our  salvation  slain; 
Thousand  angel-hosts  attending 
Swell  the  triumph  of  His  train: 

Alleluia! 
Clirist,  the  Lord,  returns  to  reign. 


Every  eye  shall  now  behold  Him, 
Robed  in  dreadful  majesty; 

Those  who  set  at  naught  and  sold  Him, 
Pierced,  and  nailed  Him  to  tlie  tree, 

I)eei)ly  wailing, 
Sliall  the  true  Messiah  see. 


3  Xow  redemption,  long  expected, 
See  in  solemn  i)omp  appear: 
All  His  saints,  by  men  rt'jected, 
Xow  shall  meet  Him  in  the  air 

Alleluia! 
See  the  day  of  (iod  ai»pear. 
12 


Yea,  Amen:  let  all  adore  Thee, 
High  on  Thine  eternal  throne: 

Saviour,  take  the  power  and  glory: 
Claim  the  kinudoms  for  Thine  own: 

Alleluia! 
Thou  shalt  reign,  and  Thou  alone. 


38 


V.  :sL 


WAKE,  awake,  for  night  is  ilying: 
The   watchmen  on    the  heights  are 
crying. 
Awake,  Jerusalem,  arise! 
Midnight's  solemn  hour  is  tolling. 
His  chariot  wheels  are  nearer  rolling; 

He  comes;  prepare,  ye  Virgins  wise. 
Rise  up;  with  willing  feet 
(jo  forth,  the  Bridegroom  meet: 

Alleluia! 
Bear  through  the  night  your  well-trimmed 

light, 
Speed  forth  to  join  the  marriage  rite. 

2  Sion  hears  the  watchmen  singing, 

Her  heart  with  deep  delight  is  si)ringing. 
She  wakes,  she  rises  from  her  gloom: 
Forth  her  Bridegroom  comes,  all-glorious. 
In  grace  arrayed,  by  truth  victorious; 

Her  Star  is  risen,  her  Light  is  come! 
All  hail,  Incarnate  Lord, 
Our  crown,  and  our  reward! 

Alleluia! 
We  haste  along,  in  pomp  of  song. 
And  gladsome  join  the  marriage  throng. 

■i  Lamb  of  (Jod,  the  heavens  adore  Thee, 
And  men  and  angels  sing  before  Thee, 

With  harp  and  cymi)ars  clearest  tone. 
By  the  pearly  gates  in  wonder 
We  stand,  and  swell  the  voice  of  thunder, 

That  echoes  rcuuid  Thy  dazzling  throne. 
Xo  vision  ever  brought. 
Xo  ear  hath  ever  caught. 

Such  bliss  and  joy: 
We  raise  the  song,  we  swell  the  throng, 
Tt»  praise  Thee  ages  all  along. 


39 


8.7.8.7.4.7. 


HARK!  ye  faithful,  rouse  from  sleeping! 
Strikes  the  Advent  bell  again: 
With  the  (Jhurch  y<Mir  watch  bo  keei)ing, 
Lifting  still  her'old  refrain! 

Alleluia, 
Jesus,  come  to  judge  and  reign! 


THE   CIIKISTIAX    YEAH— AUVKNT 


2  Fast  Hows  on  the  tide  of  a<;es: 

Of  its  fullness  si<;iis  ai)])ear: 
Tokens  by  the  i)roi)het  paj^es. 
Seem  to  tell  the  coming  near. 

Alleluia, 
Welcome,  Lord  and  Saviour  dear! 

3  Waxeth  cold  the  love  of  many; 

Waxeth  hot  the  DeviTs  si)ite; 
Few  the  steadfast — hardly  any 
Darin<;'  for  the  true  and  ri<>ht. 

Alleluia, 
Jesus  come  in  Thine  own  might. 

4  Join  their  cry  who've  gone  before  us. 

Waiting  for  their  final  home: 
Theirs  and  ours  redemption's  chorus, 
Come,  Lord  Jesus,  quicklv  come. 

Alleluia, 
Even  so.  Lord  Jesus,  come. 


40  8 

HARK!  a  thrilling  voice  is  sounding; 
"Christ  is  nigh,"  it  seems  to  say; 
j  *'Cast  away  the  works  of  darkness, 
i         O  ye  children  of  the  day!" 

! 

2  Wakened  by  the  solemn  warning, 
\         Let  the  earth-bound  soul  arise; 
Christ,  her  Sun,  all  sloth  dispelling. 
Shines  upon  the  morning  skies. 

jo  Lo!  the  Lamb,  so  long  expected, 
,         Comes  with  pardon  down  from  heaven; 
Let  us  haste,  with  tears  of  sorrow. 
One  and  all  to  be  forgiven; 


4  So  when  next  He  comes  with  glory, 
Wrapping  all  the  world  in  fear. 
May  He  with  His  mercy  shield  us. 
And  with  words  of  love  draw^  near. 


141 


0"' 


8s. 


quickly  come,  dread  Judge  of  all; 
For,  awful  though  Thine  Advent  be, 
All  shadows  from  the  truth  will  fall. 

And  falsehood  die,  in  sight  of  Thee: 
Oh,  quickly  come:  for  doubt  and  fear 
Like  clouds  dissolve  when  Thou  art  near. 
13 


Oh,  (|ui(kly  come,  great  King  of  all: 
Keign  all  around  us,  and  within; 

Let  sin  no  more  our  souls  enthral. 
Let  i)ain  and  sorrow  die  with  sin; 

Oh,  (juickly  come:  for  Thou  alone 

Caust  make  Thy  scattered  people  one. 


Oh,  quickly  come,  true  Life  of  all; 

For  death  is  mighty  all  around; 
On  every  home  his  shadows  fall. 

On  every  heart  his  mark  is  found: 
Oh,  (piickiy  come:   for  grief  and  i)ain 
Can  never  cloud  Thy  glorious  reign. 


Oh,  quickly  come,  sure  Light  of  all. 
For  gloomy  night  broods  o'er  our  way; 

And  fainting  souls  begin  to  fall 
AVith  weary  watching  for  the  day: 

Come,  quickly  come:  for  round  Thy  throne 

No  eye  is  blind,  no  night  is  known. 


42 


REJOICE,  rejoice,  believers! 
And  let  your  lights  api>ear; 
The  evening  is  advancing, 

And  darker  night  is  near. 
The  Bridegroom  is  arising. 

And  soon  He  will  draw  nigh : 
Up!  pray,  and  watch,  and  wrestle! 
At  midniiiht  comes  the  crv. 


See  that  your  lamps  are  burning; 

Replenish  them  with  oil; 
Look  now  for  your  salvation. 

The  end  of  sin  and  toil. 
The  watchers  on  the  mountain 

Proclaim  the  Bridegroom  near, 
Go  meet  Him  as  He  cometh, 

With  alleluias  clear. 


O  wise  and  holy  virgins. 

Now  raise  your  voices  higher, 
Till,  in  your  jubilations 

Ye  meet  the  angel  choir. 
The  marriage-feast  is  waiting. 

The  gates  wide  open  stand; 
Up,  up,  ye  heirs  of  glory! 

The  Bridegroom  is  at  hand. 


THE   CHRISTIAX    YEAK— ADVENT. 


Our  hope  and  expectation, 

()  Jesu,  now  appear; 
Arise,  Thou  Sun  so  h)n<ied  for, 

O'er  this  beuijuhted  sphere! 
With  hearts  and  hands  uplifted. 

We  plead,  O  Lord,  to  see 
The  day  of  earth's  redemption, 

And  ever  be  with  Thee ! 


43 


L.M. 


OX  Jordan's  bank  the  Baptist's  ery 
Announces  that  the  Lord  is  nigh; 
Awake,  and  hearken,  for  he  brings 
Glad  tidings  of  the  King  of  kings. 

2  Then  cleansed  be  every  Christian  breast. 
And  furnished  for  so  great  a  guest ; 
Yea,  let  us  each  our  hearts  prepare 

For  Christ  to  come  and  enter  there. 

3  For  Thou  art  our  salvation.  Lord, 
Our  refuge  and  our  great  reward; 
AVithout  Thy  grace  we  waste  away. 
Like  flowers  that  wither  and  decay. 

4  To  heal  the  sick  stretch  out  Thine  hand. 
And  bid  the  fallen  sinner  stand; 

Once  more  upon  Thy  people  shine. 
And  fill  the  world  with  love  divine. 


5  All  praise,  eternal  Son,  to  Thee, 
Whose  Advent  set  Thy  people  free; 
Whom  with  the  Father  we  adore. 
And  Holy  Ghost  for  evermore. 


44 


8.S. 


On  COME,  oh  come,  Emmanuel, 
And  ransom  captive  Israel; 
That  mourns  in  lonely  exile  here. 
Until  the  Son  of  (iod  ap^iear. 

Rejoice!  Rejoice!  Emmanuel 
Shall  come  to  thee,  O  Israel! 

Oh  come.  Thou  Rod  of  Jesse,  free 
Thine  own  from  Satan^s  tyranny; 
From  deptlis  of  hell  Thy  people  save, 
And  give  them  victory  o'er  the  grave. 
Rej<»ice!  Rejoice!  Emmanuel 
Shall  come  to  thee,  O  Israel! 
14 


Oh  come,  Thou  Day-spring,  come  and  cheer 
Our  spirits  by  Thine  Advent  here; 
Disperse  the  gloomy  clouds  of  night, 
And  death's  dark  shadows  put  to  flight. 
Rejoice!  Rejoice!  Emmanuel 
Shall  come  to  thee,  O  Israel ! 


4  Oh  come,  Thou  Key  of  David,  come, 
And  open  wide  our  heavenly  home; 
Make  safe  the  way  that  leads  on  high, 
And  cl(>se  the  path  to  misery. 

Kejoice!  Rejoice!  Emmanuel 
Shall  come  to  thee,  O  Israel ! 


Oh  come,  oh  come,  Thou  Lord  of  might! 
Who  to  Thy  tribes,  on  Sinai's  height. 
In  ancient  times  didst  give  the  law, 
In  cloud,  and  majesty,  and  awe. 
Kejoice!  Kejoice!  Emmanuel 
Shall  come  to  thee,  O  Israel ! 


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G.G.8.6.6.6.S.G.6. 


rpiIE  Church  has  waited  long 

X      Her  absent  Lord  to  see ; 
And  still  in  loneliness  she  waits; 

A  friendless  stranger  she. 

Age  after  age  has  gone. 

Sun  after  sun  has  set, 
And  still  in  garb  of  widowhood 

She  weeps,  a  mourner  yet. 

Come,  then.  Lord  Jesus,  come! 


Saint  after  saint  on  earth 

Has  lived,  and  loved,  and  died; 
And  as  they  left  us  one  by  one, 

We  laid  them  side  by  side; 

We  laid  them  down  to  sleep, 

But  not  in  hoi)e  forlorn; 
We  laid  them  but  to  rest,  and  wake 

L'pon  the  glorious  morn. 

Come,  then,  Lord  Jesus,  come! 


We  long  to  hear  Thy  voice, 

To  see  Thee  face  to  face, 
To  share  Thy  crown  and  glory  then, 

As  now  we  share  Thy  grace. 

Shituld  not  the  loving  Bride 

The  absent  Bridegroom  mourn? 
Should  she  not  wear  the  signs  of  grief. 

Until  her  L(U(l  return? 

Come,  then,  Lord  Jesus,  comel 


THE   CHiasTIAX    YEAK— CHRISTMAS. 


The  wliole  creation  oioans. 
And  waits  to  hear  that  voice. 

That  shall  restore  her  comeliness, 
And  make  her  wastes  rejoice. 
Come,  Lord,  and  wipe  away 
The  curse,  the  sin,  the  stain. 

And  make  tliis  blighted  world  of  ours 
Thine  own  fair  world  again. 

Come,  then,  Lord  Jesus,  comel 


3  He  comes  from  thickest  films  of  vice 

To  clear  the  mental  ray. 
And  on  the  eyes  oppressed  with  night 
To  pour  celestial  day. 

4  He  comes  the  broken  heart  to  bind, 

The  bleeding  soul  to  cure: 
And  with  the  treasures  of  His  grace 
To  enrich  the  humble  poor. 


46 


8.7.8.7.4.: 


O'ER  the  distant  mountains  breaking 
Comes  the  reddening  dawn  of  day 
Kise,  my  soul,  from  sleep  awaking. 
Rise,  and  sing,  and  watch,  and  pray; 
'Tis  thy  Saviour. 
On  His  bright  returning  wav. 


2  O  Thou  long-expected  I  weary 

Waits  my  anxious  soul  for  Thee, 
Life  is  dark,  and  earth  is  dreary, 
Where  Thy  light  I  do  not  see; 
O  my  Saviour, 
When  wilt  Thou  return  to  me  ? 


S  Xearer  is  my  soul's  salvation. 

Spent  the  night,  the  day  at  hand; 
Keep  me  in  my  lowly  station, 
AVatchiug  foV  Thee,  till  I  stand, 
O  my  Saviour, 
lu  Thy  bright,  Thy  promised  laud. 

4  With  my  lamp  well  trimmed  and  burnin< 
Swift  to  hear  and  slow  to  roam. 
Watching  for  Thy  glad  returning 
To  restore  me  to  my  home. 
Come  my  Saviour, 
Thou  hast  promised:  quickly  come. 


47 


CM. 


HARK  I    the    glad   sound  I    the    Saviour 
comes. 
The  Saviour  promised  long: 
Let  every  heart  prepare  a  throne. 
And  every  voice  a  song. 

2  He  comes  the  prisoners  to  release 
In  Satan's  bondage  held: 
The  gates  of  brass  before  Him  burst. 
The  iron  fetters  yield. 
15 


5  Our  glad  hosannas.  Prince  of  Peace, 
Thy  welcome  shall  proclaim: 
And  heaven's  eternal  arches  ring 
With  Thv  beloved  Name. 


48 


COME,  Thou  long-expected  Jesus, 
Born  to  set  Thy  people  free; 
From  our  fears  and  sins  release  us; 
Let  us  find  our  rest  in  Thee. 

2  Israel's  strength  and  consolation, 

Hope  of  all  the  earth  Thou  art; 
Dear  desire  of  every  nation, 
Joy  of  every  longing  heart. 

3  Born  Thy  people  to  deliver. 

Born  a  chikl,  and  yet  a  King, 
Born  to  reign  in  us  forever. 

Now  Thy  gracious  kingdom  bring. 

4  By  Thine  own  eternal  Spirit. 

Rule  in  all  our  hearts  alone: 
By  Thine  all-sutficieut  merit. 
Raise  us  to  Thy  glorious  throne. 

Also  the  following: 

321  Thou  art  coming,  O  my  Saviour. 

322  Jesus  came,  the  heavens  adoring. 

404  The  world  is  very  evil. 

405  Brief  life  is  here  our  portion. 
522  Jesus,  Life  of  those  who  die. 


49 


CHRISTMAS. 


P.  M. 


OH  come,  all  ye  faithful. 
Joyful  and  triumphant; 
Oh  come  ye,  oh  come  ye,  to  Bethlehem ; 
Come  and  behold  Him 
Born,  the  King  of  angels: 
Oh  come,  let  us  a(h)re  Him, 
Oh  come,  let  us  adore  Him, 
Oh  come,  let  us  adore  Him,  Christ  the  Lord. 


THE   CHIilSTIAX   YEAK— ClIKISTMAS. 


God  of  God, 

Li«;lit  oi  Lioht, 
Lo!  He  abluns  not  the  A'iiLcin's  womb; 

VtMy  (iod, 

Begotten,  not  created : 
Oh  come,  let  us  adore  Jlim,  etc. 

Siu.u",  choirs,  of  an<iels, 

Siuy.  in  exultation. 
8in<x,  all  ye  citizens  of  heaven  above, 

(^lory  to  God 

In  the  hif^hest; 
Oh  come,  let  us  adore  Him,  etc. 

Yea,  Lord,  we  oreet  Thee, 

B(»rn  this  ha])i)y  mornin<;; 
Jesu,  to  Thee  be  glory  given; 

Word  of  the  Father, 

Now  in  flesh  ai)i)earing; 

Oh  come,  let  us  adore  Him, 

Oh  come,  let  us  adore  Him, 
Oh  come,  let  us  adore  Him,  Clirist  the  Lord. 


51 


50 


HARK!  the  herald  angels  sing 
(ilory  to  the  new-born  King; 
Peace  on  earth,  and  mercy  mild, 
God  and  sinners  reconciled ! 

2  Joyful,  all  ye  nations,  rise, 
.loin  the  triumph  of  the  skies; 
With  the  angelic  host  i)roclaim, 
Christ  is  born  in  Bethlehem! 

3  Christ,  by  highest  heaven  adored; 
Christ,  the  everlasting  Lord; 
Late  in  time  behold  Him  come. 
Offspring  of  the  Virgin's  womb. 

4  Veiled  in  flesh  the  Godhead  see; 
Hail  the  Incarnate  Deity, 
Pleased  as  Man  with  man  to  dwell; 
Jesus,  our  Emmanuel! 

5  Mild  He  lays  His  glory  by, 
Born  that  man  no  more  may  die, 
Born  to  raise  the  sons  of  earth. 
Born  to  give  them  secon<l  birth. 

()   I{is<'n  with  licaliiiii  in  Ills  wings. 
Light  and  life  to  all  lie  brings, 
Hail,  the  Snu  (»f  Bighteonsness! 
Hail,  the  heaven-boin  I'lincc;  of  Peace! 
10 


8.7.S.7.S.7, 

OF  the  Father's  love  begotten. 
Ere  the  worlds  began  to  be, 
He  the  Ali)ha  and  Omega, 

He  the  source,  the  ending  He, 
Of  the  things  that  are,  that  have  been. 
And  that  future  years  shall  see, 
Evermore  and  evermore! 


2  Oh,  that  ever-blessed  birthday, 
AVhen  the  Virgin,  full  of  grace, 
By  the  Holy  (ihost  conceiving. 
Bare  the  ^Saviour  of  our  race; 
And  that  Child,  the  world's  Kedeemer, 
First  displayed  His  sacred  face, 
Evermore  and  evermore! 


3  Praise  Him,  O  ye  heaven  of  heavens! 

Praise  Him,  angels  in  the  height! 
Every  i)ower  and  every  virtue 

JSing  the  praise  of  God  aright: 
Let  no  tongue  of  man  be  silent. 

Let  each  heart  and  voice  unite, 
Evermore  and  evermore! 

4  Thee  let  old  men.  Thee  let  young  men, 

Thee  let  boys  in  chorus  sing; 
Matrons,  virgins,  little  maidens. 

With  glad  voices  answering; 
Let  their  guileless  songs  re-echo. 

And  the  heart  its  jiraises  bring. 
Evermore  and  evermore! 

.")  Laud  and  honor  to  the  Father! 
Laud  and  honor  to  the  Son! 
Laud  and  honor  to  the  !Si)irit! 

Ever  Three  and  ever  One: 
Consubstantial,  co-eternal. 
While  unending  ages  run. 
Evermore  and  evermore! 


52 


P.M. 


SHOUT  the  glad  tidings,  exultingly  sing; 
Jerusalem  triumphs,  Messiah  is  king. 
Sion,  the  marvellous  story  be  telling. 

The  Son  of  the  Highest,  how   hiwlv   His 
birth! 
The  brightest  archangel  in  glory  exi'elling. 
He  stoojts  to  redeem  thee.  He  reigns  upon 
earth. 
Shout  the  glad  tidings,  etc. 


THE   CIIPtlSTIAX    YEAK— CIIKISTMAS. 


J  Tell  liow  He  conieth;  from  nation  to  nation 
The  heart-cheering  news  let  the  earth  echo 

round: 
How  free  to  the  faithful  He  offers  salvation. 
How  His  i)eople  with  joy  everlasting  are 
crowned: 
Shout  the  glad  tidings,  etc. 

;'>  Mortals,  your  homage  be  gratefully  bring- 
ing", 
Alid  sweet  let  the  gladsome  hosanna  arise : 
Ye  angels,  the  full  alleluia  be  singing; 
One  cliorus  resound  through  the  earth  and 
the  skies: 
Shout  the  glad  tidings,  etc. 

53  c.  M. 

WHILE  shepherds  watched  their  tiocks 
by  night. 
All  seated  on  the  ground. 
The  angel  of  the  Lord  came  down. 
And  glory  shone  around. 

2  "Fear  not,"'  said  he,  for  mighty  dread 

Had  seized  their  troubled  mind; 
Glad  tidings  of  great  joy  I  bring 
To  you  and  all  mankind. 

3  "To  you,  in  David's  town,  this  day 

Ls  born  of  David's  line. 
The  Saviour,  Who  is  Christ  the  Lord; 
And  this  shall  be  the  sign; 

4  "  The  heavenly  Babe  you  there  shall  find 

To  human  view  displayed, 
All  meanly  wrapt  in  swathing  bands. 
And  in  a  manger  laid."' 

5  Thus  spake  the  seraph ;  and  forthwith 

Appeared  a  shining  throng 
Of  angels  praising  God,  who  thus 
Addressed  their  joyful  song: 

6  "  All  glory  be  to  God  on  high. 

And  to  the  earth  be  peace; 
Good-will  henceforth  from  heaven  to  men 
Beo'in  and  never  cease."' 


•1  (iod  of  God,  and  Light  (»f  Light, 
Comes  witli  mercies  inlinite, 
Joining  in  a  wondrous  i)lan 
Heaven  to  eartli,  and  (iod  to  man. 
Sing,  <»li,  sing,  etc. 

?i  God  with  us,  Emmanuel, 
Deigns  forever  now  to  dwell; 
He  on  Adam's  fallen  race 
Sheds  the  fullness  of  His  grace. 
Sing,  oh,  sing,  etc. 

4  (rod  comes  down  that  man  may  rise, 
Lifted  by  Him  to  the  skies; 
Christ  is  Son  of  Man  tliat  we 

Sons  of  (rod  in  Him  may  be. 
Sing,  oh,  sing,  etc. 

5  Oh,  renew  us.  Lord,  we  pray, 
AVith  Thy  Spirit  day  by  day. 
That  we  ever  one  may  be 
With  the  Father  and  with  Thee. 

Sing,  oh,  sing,  etc. 


55 


P.M. 


54 


<S. 


SIXG,  oh,  sing,  this  blessed  morn. 
Unto  us  a  Child  is  born. 
Unto  us  a  Son  is  given, 
God  Himself  comes  down  from  heaven; 
Sing,  oh,  sing,  this  blessed  morn, 
Jesus  Christ  to-day  is  born. 
17 


0  LITTLE  town  of  Bethlehem ! 
How  still  we  see  thee  lie: 
Above  thy  deep  and  dreamless  sleep 

The  silent  stars  go  by; 
Y"et  in  thy  dark  streets  shineth 

The  everlasting  Light; 
The  hopes  and  fears  of  all  the  years 
Are  met  in  thee  to-night. 

For  Christ  is  born  of  Mary, 

And  gathered  all  above. 
While  mortals  sleep,  the  angels  keep 

Their  watch  of  wondering  love. 
O  morning  stars,  together 

Proclaim  the  holy  birth ! 
And  praises  sing  to  God  the  King, 

And  peace  to  men  on  earth. 


3  How  silently,  how  silently, 

The  wondrous  gift  is  given! 
So  (xod  imparts  to  liuman  hearts 

The  blessings  of  His  heaven. 
Xo  ear  may  hear  His  coming. 

But  in  this  world  of  sin. 
Where  meek  souls  will  receive  Him  stil 

The  dear  Christ  enters  in. 


THE   C'HKLSTIAX   YEAK— CIIKISTMA^. 


O  holy  Cliild  of  Bethlehem: 

Deseeud  to  us,  we  pray: 
Cast  out  our  sin.  and  enter  in, 

Be  horn  in  us  to-day. 
"We  hear  the  Christ  mas  an«;els 

The  <j:reat  j-lad  tidings  tell: 
Oh  eome  to  us,  ahide  with  us, 

Onv  Lortl  Emmanuel  I 


56  D.  C.  M. 

IT  came  upon  the  midnight  clear. 
That  gloiious  son<2^  of  old. 
From  an<;els  bending'  near  the  earth 

To  touch  their  harps  of  gold; 
Peace  on  the  earth,  good-will  to  men. 

From  heaven's  all-gracious  King; 
The  world  in  solemn  stillness  lay 
To  hear  the  angels  sing. 

2  Still  through  the  cloven  skies  they  come, 

With  peaceful  wings  unfurled; 
And  still  their  heavenly  music  Iloats 

O'er  all  the  weary  world: 
Above  its  sad  and  lowly  plains 

They  bend  on  hovering  wing. 
And  ever  o'er  its  Babel  sounds 

The  blessed  angels  sing. 

3  O  ye,  beneath  life's  crushing  load, 

Whose  forms  are  bending  low. 
Who  toil  along  the  climbing  way 

With  painful  steps  and  slow! 
Look  n(>w,  for  glad  and  golden  hours 

Come  swiftly  on  the  wing: 
Oh,  rest  l)eside  the  weary  road, 

And  hear  the  angels  sing. 

4  For  lo,  tlie  days  are  hastening  on, 

liy  proi)liets  seen  of  old, 
When  with  the  ever-circling  years, 

Shall  come  the  time  foretold. 
When  the  new  heaven  and  earth  shall  own 

Tlic  Prince  of  Peace  theii'  King, 
And  tlie  whole  world  send  back  the  song 

Whi(di  now  the  angels  sing. 


57 


8.7.8.7.4.7. 


AXCtP^jS,  from  the  realms  of  glory. 
Wing  your  lliglit  o'er  all  the  earth; 
\i'  who  sang  creation's  story. 
Now  ]»roclaim  Messiah's  birth: 

T'omc  and  worsjiip, 
Worship  Christ,  the  new-born  King. 

18 


2  Shei)herds  in  the  field  abiding. 

Watching  o'er  yt)ur  tlocks  by  night; 
God  with  man  is  now  residing. 
Yonder  shines  the  infant-liglit: 

Come  and  worship, 
Worship  Christ,  the  new-born  King. 

3  Sages,  leave  your  contemplations; 

Brighter  visions  beam  afar: 

Seek  the  great  Desire  of  nations. 

Ye  have  seen  His  natal  star: 

Come  and  worship, 
Worship  Christ,  the  new-born  King. 

4  Saints  before  the  altar  bending, 

AVatching  long  in  hope  and  fear, 
Suddenly  the  Lord,  descending. 
In  His  temple  shall  appear: 

Come  and  worship, 
Worship  Christ,  the  new-born  King. 


58 


8.7 

HARK!  what  mean  those  holy  voices 
Sweetly  sounding  through  the  skies 
Lo!  the  angelic  host  rejoices, 
Heavenly  alleluias  rise. 

2  Listen  to  the  wondrous  story. 

Which  they  chant  in  hymns  of  joy — 
"  (rlory  in  the  highest,  glory  I 
Glory  be  to  God  most  high! 

3  "  Peace  on  earth,  good-will  from  heaven, 

Keaching  far  as  man  is  found: 
Souls  redeemed  and  sins  forgiven. 
Loud  our  golden  harps  shall  sound. 

4  "Christ  is  born;  the  great  Anointed!  ■ 

Heaven  and  earth  His  praises  sing! 
Oh,  receive  Whom  God  appointed 
For  your  Prophet,  Priest,  and  King! 

5  "Hasten,  mortals,  to  adore  Him; 

Learn  His  name  to  magnify. 
Till  in  heaven  ye  sing  l)etore  Him, 
Glory  be  to  God  most  high!'' 


Also  the  following; 


323  Thou  didst  leave   Thy  thioiu 

kingly  crown. 

324  All  i)raisc  to  Thee,  eternal  Lord. 
'h)0  All  my  heart  this  night  rejoices. 
.■)31  .loy  liils  our  inmost  hearts  to-day. 
.■)32  Once  in  roval  David's  citv. 


and    Thv 


THE   CIIUIr>TlAX    YEAK— EPiPilAXV. 


EPIPHAXY 


FROM  the  eastern  mountains 
I*iessing  on  they  come, 
Wise  men  in  their  wis(h)ni 

To  His  humble  home: 
Stirred  ])y  deep  devotion, 

Hasting  from  afar, 
Ever  journeyinj;  onward. 
Guided  by  a  star. 

Light  of  Light  that  shineth 

Ere  tlie  worhls  began. 
Draw  Thou  near,  and  lighten 
Every  heart  of  man. 

There  their  Lord  and  Saviour 

Meek  and  lowly  lay. 
Wondrous  IJght  that  led  them 

Onward  on  their  way. 
Ever  now  to  lighten 

Nations  from  afar, 
As  they  journey  homeward 

By  that  guiding  Star. 
Light  of  Light,  ete. 

Thou  Who  in  a  manger 

Once  hast  lowly  lain. 
Who  dost  now  in  glory 

O'er  all  kingdoms  reign. 
Gather  in  the  heathen, 

AVho  in  lands  afar 
Xe"er  have  seen  the  brightness 

Of  Thy  guiding  Star. 
Light  of  Light,  etc. 

Gather  in  the  outcasts, 

All  Avho've  gone  astray, 
Throw  Thy  radiance  o'er  them. 

Guide  them  on  their  way. 
Those  who  never  knew  Thee. 

Those  who've  Avandered  far. 
Lead  them  bv  the  brightness 

Of  Thy  guiding  Star. 
Light  of  Light,  etc. 


Onward  through  the  darkness 

Of  the  lonely  night. 
Shining  still  before  them 

With  Thy  kindly  light. 
Guide  them.  Jew  and  Gentile. 

Homeward  from  afar. 
Young  and  old  together, 

By  Thy  guiding  Star: — 
Light  of  Light,  etc. 
10 


G.e"5 


G  Until  every  nation. 

Whether  bond  or  free. 
'Neath  Thy  starlit  banner, 

Jesu,  follows  Thee 
O'er  the  distant  mountains 
To  that  heavenly  home, 
*     Where  nor  sin  nor  sorrow 
Evermore  shall  come. 

Light  of  Light  that  shineth 

Ere  the  worlds  began. 
Draw  Thou  near,  and  lighten 
Every  heart  of  man. 

This  hymn  may  be  sung,  either  with  or  without  the 
j  retrain .  as  a  Processional,  or  not,  as  desired. 


60 


EARTH  has  many  a  noble  city; 
Bethlehem,  thou  dost  all  excel : 
Out  of  thee  the  Lord  from  heaven 
Came  to  rule  His  Israel. 

2  Fairer  than  the  sun  at  morning 

Was  the  star  that  told  His  birth, 
To  the  world  its  God  announcing 
Seen  in  fleshly  form  on  earth. 

3  Eastern  sages  at  His  cradle 

Make  oblations  rich  and  rare: 
See  them  give,  in  deep  devotion. 
Gold,  and  frankincense,  and  myrrh. 

4  Sacred  gifts  of  mystic  meaning: 

Incense  doth  their  God  disclose. 

Gold  the  King  of  kings  proclaimeth. 

Myrrh  His  sepulchre  foreshows. 

5  Jesu,  Whom  the  Gentiles  worshipped 

At  Thy  glad  Epiphany. 
L'nto  Thee,  with  God  the  Father 
And  the  Spirit,  glory  be. 


61  LM. 

TTTHEN    from    the   East  the   wise   men 

VV       came. 
Led  by  the  Star  of  Bethlehem, 
The  gifts  they  brought  to  Jesus  -vxere 
Of  gold  and  frankincense  and  myrrh. 

2  Bright  gold  of  Ophir.  passing  fine. 
Proclaims  a  King  of  royal  line: 
For  David's  son  in  David's  town. 
Is  born  the  heir  of  David's  crown. 


THE    CIIKlbTlAX    YEAi:— EPIl'IIANY. 


3  The  incense-clouds,  witli  fra<::rance  rare 
The  i)resenee  of  a  God  <leehue; 
Lol  kin.^s  in  adoration  fall, 
For  Marv's  Sou  is  Lord  of  all. 


4  The  myrrh,  with  bitter  taste,  foreshows 
A  life  of  sorrows,  wounds  and  woes; — 
The  deadly  eui).  that  overran 
With  anunish  for  the  Son  of  Man. 


63 


<S. 


SONGS  of  thankfulness  and  i)raise, 
Jesu,  Lord,  to  Thee  we  raise, 
Manifested  by  tlie  star 
To  tiie  sa<;es  from  afar; 
iJraneh  of  royal  David's  stem 
In  Thy  birtirat  Bethlehem; 
Anthems  be  to  Thee  addressed, 
(iod  in  Man  made  manifest. 


5  Our  nitld  ui)on  Thine  altar  lies; 

Our  i>rayers  to  Thee,  as  incense,  rise; 
Accept  as  myrrh  our  tears  and  si<']is: 
O  King,  O  God,  O  Sacrifice ! 


62 

AS  with  gladness  men  of  old 
Did  the  guiding  star  behold; 
As  with  joy  they  hailed  its  light. 
Leading  onward,  beaming  bright; 
So,  most  gracious  Lord,  may  we 
Evermore  be  led  to  Thee. 

2  As  with  joyful  steps  they  sped 
To  that  lowly  manger-bed; 
There  to  bend  the  knee  before 

lliin  Whom  heaven  and  earth  adore; 
So  may  we  with  willing  feet 
Ever  seek  the  mercy-seat. 

3  As  they  offered  gifts  most  rare 
At  that  manger  rude  and  bare; 
So  may  we  with  holy  joy, 
IMire  and  free  from  sin's  alloy, 
All  our  costliest  treasures  bring, 
Christ!  to  Thee  our  heavenly  King. 

4  Holy  Jesus  I  every  day 
Keep  us  in  the  narrow  way; 

And,  when  eartldy  things  are  ])ast, 
Hiing  our  ransomed  souls  at  last 
Where  they  need  no  star  to  guide, 
Where  no  chuuis  Tliy  glory  hide. 


<S. 


Manifest  at  Jordan's  stream, 
I'rophet,  Priest,  and  King  supreme; 
And  at  ('ana,  wechling-guest, 
In  Thy  (rodiiead  manifest; 
Manifest  in  power  divine. 
Changing  water  into  wine; 
Anthems  be  to  Thee  addressed, 
(Tod  in  Man  made  manifest. 


Manifest  in  making  whole 
Palsied  limbs  and  fainting  soul; 
Manifest  in  valiant  tight, 
Quelling  all  the  devil's  might; 
Manifest  in  gracious  will. 
Ever  bringing  good  from  ill; 
Anthems  be  to  Thee  addressed, 
God  in  Man  made  manifest. 


Sun  and  moon  shall  darkened  be. 
Stars  shall  fall,  the  heavens  shall  dee; 
Christ  will  then  like  lightning  shine, 
All  will  see  His  glorious  sign: 
All  will  then  the  trumjiet  hear; 
All  will  see  the  Judge  appear; 
Thou  by  all  wilt  be  confessed, 
God  in  Man  made  manifest. 


Grant  us  grace  to  see  Thee,  Lord, 
Present  in  Thy  holy  word; 
May  we  imitate  Thee  now. 
And  be  i)ure,  as  pure  art  Thou; 
That  we  like  to  'I  hee  may  be 
At  Thy  great  Ei)iphany; 
And  may  i)raise  Thee,  ever  blest, 
(iod  in  Man  made  manifest. 


In  the  licavenly  country  bright, 
Need  they  no  cri-ated  light; 
TIm.u  its  Light,  its  Joy.  its  Crown. 
'i'hou  its  Sun  which  goes  not  down, 
rii<  re  forever  may  we  sing 
Alleluias  to  our  King. 
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64 


OONE  with  God  the  Father 
In  majesty  and  might. 
The  brightness  of  His  gh»ry, 
Eternal  Light  of  Light; 


-.6. 


THE   CIIIILSTIAN    YEAU— EPll'ilAN  V. 


O'er  this  our  home  of  (hirkness 
Thy  rays  are  streainiiij;  now; 

The  sliadows  tiee  before  Thee, 
The  world's  true  Lif>ht  art  Tliou. 


7  Till  we  hehold  Thy  face. 

And  know,  as  we  are  known, 
Thee,  Father,  Son  and  Holy  (ihost, 
("o-e(]ir.d  Three  in  <  )n('. 


2  Yet,  Lord,  we  see  but  darkly: 

O  heavenly  Lij;ht,  arise! 
Dispel  these  mists  that  shroud  us, 

And  hide  Thee  from  our  eyes! 
"We  long  to  track  the  footprints 

That  Thou  Thyself  hast  trod: 
We  long  to  see  the  pathway 

That  leads  to  Thee  our  God. 

3  O  Jesu,  shine  around  us 

"With  radiance  of  Thy  grace; 
O  Jesu,  turn  ui)on  us 

The  brightness  of  Thy  face. 
"We  need  no  star  to  guide  us, 

As  on  our  way  we  press. 
If  Thou  Thy  light  vouchsafest, 

O  JSun  of  liigliteousness. 


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S.  M. 


65 


S.  M. 


WITHIN  the  Father's  house 
The  Son  hath  found  His  home 
And  to  His  temple  suddenly 
The  Lord  of  Life  hath  come. 

2  The  doctors  of  the  law^ 

Gaze  on  the  wondrous  child, 
And  marvel  at  His  gracious  words 
Of  wisdom  undefiled. 

o  Y'et  not  to  them  is  given 

The  mighty  truth  to  know, 
To  lift  the  earthly  veil  which  hides 
Incarnate  God  below. 

4  The  secret  of  the  Lord 

Escapes  each  human  eye, 
And  faithful  i)ondering  hearts  await 
The  full  Epiphany. 

5  Lord,  visit  Thou  our  souls 

And  teach  us  by  Thy  grace. 
Each  dim  revealing  of  Thyself 
AVitli  loving  awe  to  trace; 

()  Till  from  our  darkened  sight 
The  cloud  shall  j^ass  away. 

And  on  tlie  cleansed  soul  shall  burst 
The  everlasting  day; 
21 


ALL  praise  to  Thee,  O  Lord, 
Who  l)y  Thy  mighty  power 
Didst  manifest  Thy  glory  forth 
In  Cana's  marriage  hour. 

2  Thou  spakest:  it  was  done: 
Obedient  to  Thy  word, 

The  water  reddening  into  wine 
Proclaimed  the  present  Lord. 

3  Blest  were  the  eyes  which  saw 
That  wondrous  mystery. 

The  great  beginning  of  Thy  works. 
That  kindled  faith  in  Thee. 

4  And  blessed  they  who  know 
Thine  unseen  presence  true. 

When  in  the  kingdom  of  Thy  grace 
Thou  makest  all  things  new. 

5  For  by  Thy  loving  hand 
Thy  people  still  are  fed; 

Thine  is  the  Gup  of  blessing,  Lord, 
And  Thine  the  heavenly  Bread. 

6  Oh,  may  that  grace  be  ours, 
Ever  in  Thee  to  live. 

And  drink  of  those  refreshing  streanu 
Which  Thou  alone  canst  give  : 

7  So,  led  from  strength  to  strength, 
Grant  us,  O  Lord,  to  see 

The  marriage  supper  of  the  Lamb, 
The  great  Epiphany. 


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s.  >r. 


FIERCE  was  the  storm  of  wind. 
The  surging  waves  ran  high, 
Failed  the  disciples'  hearts  with  fear. 
Though  Thou,  their  Lord,  wast  nigh. 

But  at  the  stern  rebuke 
Of  Thy  almighty  word, 
The  wind  was  hushed,  the  billows  ceased. 
And  ow^ned  Thee  God  and  Lord. 


THE   CHRISTIAN  YEAR— SEPTUAGESIMA. 


So,  now,  ^vlien  (lei)tlis  of  sin 
Our  souls  with  tenors  lill. 
Arise,  and  be  our  heli)er.  Lord. 
And  speak  Thy  "Peace,  be  still.' 

When  death's  dark  sea  we  cross, 
lie  with  us  in  Thy  i)ower. 
Nor  let  the  water-Hoods  i)revail 
In  that  dread  trial-hour. 

And,  when  amid  the  si<ins, 
Which  speak  Thine  Advent  near, 
The  roarint;  of  the  sea  aiul  waves 
Fills  faithless  hearts  with  fear; 


0       May  we  all  undismayed 
The  ra<rin<^  temi)est  see. 
Lift  up  our  heads  and  hail  with  joy 
Thy  great  Epiphany. 


68 


S.  M. 


X7OT  by  Thy  mighty  hand, 
XN      Thy  wondrous  works  alone. 
But  by  the  marvels  of  Thy  Word, 
Thy  glory.  Lord,  is  known. 

Forth  from  the  eternal  gates, 
Thine  everlasting  home. 
To  sow  the  seed  of  truth  below, 
Thou  didst  vouchsafe  to  come. 


And  still  from  age  to  age. 
Thou,  gracious  Lord,  hast  been 
The  l)earer  forth  of  goodly  seed, 
The  sower  still  unseen. 


And  Thou  wilt  come  again. 
And  heaven  beneath  Thee  bo 
o  reaj)  the  harvest  Thou  hast 
Sower  and  reai)er  Thou. 


5       Watch,  Lord,  Thy  harvest-lield. 
With  Tliine  unsleei)ing  eye, 
The  children  of  the  kingdom  kee]) 
To  Thy  Ki)ii)haiiy: 


i)       'i'liat,  when  in  Tliy  great  day 
The  taics  shall  severi'd  Itc, 
\V('  in:iy  be  stirely  gathered  in 
With' all  Thy  siiints  to  Thee. 
22 


Also  the  following: 
327  Hail  to  the  Lord's  anointed. 
o28  Joy  to  the  world,  the  Lord  is  come. 
829  Light  of  those  w  hose  dreary  dwellinf 
88.J  God  of  mercy,  God  of  grace. 
534  Saw  you  never  in  the  twilight. 


69 


SEPTUAGESIMA,  Etc. 

ALLELUIA,  song  of  gladness, 
Voice  of  joy  that  cannot  die; 
Alleluia  is  the  anthem 

Ever  dear  to  choirs  on  high; 
In  the  house  of  God  abiding 
Thus  they  sing  eternally. 


2  Alleluia  thou  resoundest. 

True  Jerusalem  and  free; 
Alleluia  joy+'ul  m(>ther. 

All  thy  children  sing  with  thee; 
But  by  Babylon's  sad  waters 

Mourning  exiles  now  are  we. 

3  Alleluia  cannot  always 

Be  our  song  while  here  below; 
Alleluia  our  transgressions 

Make  us  for  a  while  forego: 
For  the  solemn  time  is  coming 

When  our  tears  for  sin  must  flow. 

4  Therefore  in  our  hymns  we  pray  Thee, 

(xrant  us  blessed  Trinity, 
At  the  last  to  keej)  Thine  Easter 

In  our  home  beyond  the  sky; 
There  to  Thee  forever  singing 

Alleluia  jovfullv. 


8.7. 


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.G.7.6.8.6.8.6. 


i^ 


N  exile  here  we  wandei" 
In  heaven  is  our  alxxle, — 
The  city  of  the  angels. 
The  city  of  our  (iod. 
And  here  we  toil,  and  strive,  and  tight, 

With  sin  and  woe  oi)i)rest; 
There  God  will  give  tlie  sons  of  light 
Eternal  joy  and  rest. 

Through  many  sore  temptations, 

By  many  sorrows  torn. 
We  strive  to  win  the  glory; 
Our  many  falls  we  mourn. 
But  faith  holds  out  the  vision  bright 

Of  our  eternal  homi': 
And  hope  assures  that  realm  of  light, 
When  we  have  overcome. 


THE   CIIIilJSTIAX   YEAR— .SEPTUA(iEJ5lMA. 


Jesu,  our  joy  and  gladnt'ss, 
To  Thee  tor  aid  we  tlee: 
Give  tears  of  true  contrition; 
Our  souls  from  guilt  set  free:  — 
And  we  shall  see  that  gl.idsome  day, 

Where,  bathed  in  joy  divine, 
Among-  Thy  saints,  and  bright  as  they. 
We  shall  forever  shine. 


There  we,  as  children  dwelling. 

Who  here  as  exiles  groan, 
God's  praises  shall  be  telling 
Before  His  glorious  throne: 
There  in  our  endless  home  shall  rest. 

From  strife  and  sorrow  free, 
And  join  the  anthem  of  the  blest, 
Forever,  Lord,  to  Thee. 


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S.  M. 


LORD  of  the  hearts  of  men, 
Thou  hast  vouchsafed  to  bless, 
From  age  to  age,  Thy  chosen  saints 
With  fruits  of  holiness. 


Here  faith,  and  hope  and  love 
Reign  in  sweet  bond  allied ; 
There,  when  this  little  day  is  o'er, 
JShall  love  alone  abide. 


:3       Here,  bearing  the  good  seed, 
"Mid  cares  and  tears  we  come; 
There,  with  rejoicing  hearts,  we  bring 
Our  harvest-treasures  home. 


Oh,  give  us,  mightv  Lord, 
The  fruits  Thyself  dost  love; 
Soon  shalt  Thou  from  Thy  judgment  seat 
Crown  Thine  own  i-ifts  above. 


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i.i.O. 


GRACIOUS  Spirit,  Holy  Ghost, 
Taught  by  Thee  we  covet  most 
Of  Thy  gifts  at'Pentecost, 
Holy,  heavenly  love. 
23 


2  Love  is  kind,  and  suffers  long, 
Love  is  meek,  and  thinks  no  wrong. 
Love  than  death  itself  more  strong; 

Therefore,  give  us  love. 

3  Prophecy  will  fade  away, 
Melting  in  the  light  of  day; 
Love  will  ever  with  us  stay; 

Therefore,  give  us  love. 

4  Faith  will  vanish  into  sight; 
Hope  be  emptied  in  delight; 

Love  in  heaven  will  shine  more  bright;. 
Therefore,  give  us  love. 

5  Faith  and  hope  and  love  we  see. 
Joining  hand  in  hand,  agree. 
But  the  greatest  of  the  tliree. 

And  the  best,  is  love. 

0  From  the  overshadowing 
Of  Thy  gold  and  silver  wing, 
Shed  on  us,  who  to  Thee  sing, 
Holy,  heavenly  love. 


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).0. 


THOL^,  Who  on  that  wondrous  journey 
Sett' St  Thy  face  to  die, 
By  Thy  holy,  meek  example 
Teach  us  charity! 

2  Thou,  Who  that  dread  cup  of  suffering 

Didst  not  put  from  Thee; 
O  most  loving  of  the  loving. 
Give  us  charity ! 

3  Thou,  Who  reignest,  bright  in  glory. 

On  God's  throne  on  high. 
Oh,  that  we  may  share  Thy  triumph. 
Grant  us  charity ! 

4  Send  us  faith,  that  trusts  Thy  promise;. 

Hope,  with  upward  eye; 
But  more  blest  than  both,  and  greater, 
Send  us  charity! 

Also  the  following  : 
583  Jesus  Christ  is  passing  by. 


THE    Clllilrs'iTAX    YEAK— LENT. 


LEXT. 


74 


c.  ^i. 


76 


L.M. 


LOIiD!  Who  thnm^diout  these  forty  (hi vs. 
For  us  tlidst  fast  and  pray. 
Teaoh  us  ^vith  Thee  to  mourn  our  sins, 
And  close  by  Tliee  to  stay. 

'J  As  Tliou  witli  Satan  didst  contend, 
And  didst  the  victory  win. 
Oh.  uive  us  stren^tli  in  Thee  to  hi;ht, 
In  Thee  to  conquer  sin. 

o  As  Thou  didst  hunner  bear  and  thirst, 
So  teach  us,  gracimis  Lord, 
To  die  to  self,  and  chieMy  live 
By  Thy  most  holy  Word. 

4  And  throujih  these  days  of  i)enitence. 
And  through  Thy  Passion-tide, 
Yea,  evermore,  in  life  and  death, 
Jesus  I  with  us  abide. 

•5  xVbide  with  us,  that  so.  this  life 
Of  sutterinii-  overpast. 
An  Easter  of  unendinji'  joy 
We  mav  attain  at  last  I 


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<s. 


FOIJTY  days  and  forty  ni.ghts 
Thou  wast  fastin<;-  in  tlie  wild; 
Forty  days  and  forty  nights 
Temi)ted,  and  ^et  undetiled. 

2  Shall  not  we  Thy  sorrow  share, 

And  from  earthly  joys  abstain. 
Fasting  with  unceasing  prayer. 
Glad  with  Thee  to  suffer  pain '? 

3  An<l  if  Satan,  vexing  sore. 

Flesh  or  spirit  should  assail. 
Thou,  his  Van(pusher  before, 
(irant  we  may  not  faint  or  fail. 

4  So  shall  wc  have  i)eace  divine; 

Ibtlier  gladness  ours  siiall  be; 
Kouud  us,  too.  shall  angels  shine, 
Such  as  ministered  to  Thee. 

i)  Keej),  oh  keep  us.  Saviour  dear, 
?]ver  constant  by  Thy  side; 
Tliat  witlj  Thee  we  may  api)ear 
At  the  eternal  Plastertide. 
24 


i    WHILE  in  spiiit,  Lord,  to  Thee 
j\.     Into  the  desert  would  we  liee ; 
Awhile  upon  the  barren  steep 
Our  fast  with  Thee  in  spirit  keep: 

Awhile  from  Thy  temptation  learn 
False  Satan's  wileful  lures  to  si)urn. 
And  in  our  hearts  to  feel  and  own 
Man  liveth  not  by  bread  alone." 

O  Thou  once  tempted  like  as  we, 
Thou  knowest  our  intirmity ; 
lie  Thou  our  helper  in  the  strife, 
Be  Thou  our  true,  our  inward  life. 

And  while  at  Thy  command  we  ])ray 
■  (iive  us  our  bread  fiom  day  to  day." 
3Iay  we  with  Thee,  O  Christ,  be  fed. 
Thou  Word  of  God.  Thou  living  Bread. 


77 


G.ry. 


CIHKISTIAX:  dost  thou  see  them 
/     On  the  holy  ground. 
How  the  powers  of  darkness 

Rage  thy  steps  around  ? 
Christian!  up  and  smite  them. 

Counting  gain  but  loss; 
In  the  strength  that  cometh 
By  the  holy  cross. 

Christian!  dost  thou  feel  then-, 

How  they  work  within. 
Striving,  tempting,  luring. 

Goading  into  sin  '? 
Christian!  never  tremble; 

Never  be  downcast ; 
Gird  thee  for  the  battle. 

Watch  and  pray  and  fast. 

Christian!  dost  thou  hear  them. 

How  they  speak  tlu'c  fair*.* 
"Always  fast  and  vigil  ? 

Always  watch  and  prayer?" 
Christian!  answer  boldly: 

''While  I  breathe  1  pray!'' 
Peace  shall  follow  battle. 

Night  shall  end  in  day. 

'*  Well  I  know  thy  trouble, 

0  My  servant  true; 
Thou  art  very  weary, 

1  was  weary  too; 

But  that  toirshall  make  thee 

Some  day  all  Mine  own. 
And  the  end  of  sorrow 

Shall  be  near  Mv  throne." 


THE   CIIlilbTIAX   YEAK— LENT 


78 


lOs. 


A  T^EARYof  earth,  aud  laden  with  my  sin. 
>  T        1  look  at  heaven  aud  lonu'  to  enter  in, 
lint  there  no  evil  thin<;-  may  lind  a  home: 
And  vet  I  hear  a  voice  that  bids  me  "  Come." 


O  Jesu,  full  of  pardoninn  uract-. 

More  full  (»f  ^race  than  I  «»f  sin: 
Yot  once  a^ain  I  seek  Thy  face: 

Open  Thine  arms  and  take  mc  i 
And  freely  my  baekslidin^s  heal, 
Aud  love  the  faithless  siuuer  still. 


2  So  vile  I  am,  how  dare  I  hope  to  stand 
In  the  pure  glory  of  that  holy  land  ? 
Before  the  whiteness  of  that  throne  aj^pear "? 
Yet  there  are  hands  stretched  out  to  draw 

me  near. 

3  The  while  I  fain  would  tread  the  heavenlv 


Thou  know'st  the  way  to  bring  me  bac 

My  fallen  spirit  to  restore: 
Oh,  for  Thy  truth  and  mercy's  sake. 

Forgive,  and  bid  me  sin  no  more: 
The  ruins  of  my  soul  repair. 
And  make  my  heart  a  house  of  prayer, 


Evil  is  ever  with  me  day  by  day: 
Yet  on  mine  ears  the  gracious  tidings  fall, 
••  Repent,  confess,  thou  shalt  be  loosed  from 
all." 

4  it  is  the  voice  of  Jesus  that  I  hear, 

His  are  the  hands  stretched  out  to  draw  me 

near. 
And  His  the  blood  that  can  for  all  atone. 
And  set  me  faultless  there  before  the  throne. 

o  "Twas   He  Who  found  me  on  the  deathlv 

wild, 
And  made  me  heir  of  heaven,  the  Father's 

child, 
And  day  by  day,  whereby  my  soul  may  live. 
Gives  me  His  grace  of  pardon,  and  will  give. 

C  O  great  Absolver,  grant  my  soul  may  wear 
The  lowliest  garb  of  penitence  and  prayer, 
That  in   the   Father's    courts   my   glorious 

dress 
May  be  the  garment  of  Thy  righteousness. 

7  Y'ea.  Thou  wilt  answer  for  me,   righteous  ! 

Lord :  1 

Tliine  all  the  merits,  mine  the  great  reward; 
Thine  the  sharp  thorns,  and  mine  the  golden 

crown: 
Mine  the  life  won,  and  Thine  the  life  laid 

down. 


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8.8.S.G. 


OTHOU,  the  contrite  sinners'  friend. 
Who,  loving,  lov'st  them  to  the  end. 
On  this  alone  my  hopes  depend. 
That  Thou  wilt  plead  for  me. 

2  When,  weary  in  the  Christian  race, 
Far  off  appears  my  resting  place. 
And,  fainting,  I  mistrust  Thy  grace, 
Then,  .Saviour,  plead  for  me. 

o  When  I  have  erred  and  gone  astray 
Afar  from  Thine  and  wisdom's  way. 
And  see  no  glimmering,  guiding  ray, 
Still,  Saviour,  plead  for  me. 

4  When  Satan,  by  my  sins  made  bold. 
Strives  from  Thy  cross  to  loose  my  hold, 
Then  with  Thy  pitying  arms  enfold. 
And  plead,  oh,  plead  for  me  I 

o  And  when  my  dying  hour  draws  near, 
Darkened  with  sorrovr,  i»ain,  and  fear, 
Then  to  my  fainting  sight  appear. 
Pleading  in  heaven  for  me. 


81 


c.  ^r. 


79 


8s. 


TT7EAKY  of  wandering  from  my  God, 
T  T       And  now  made  willing  to  return. 

I  hear  and  bow  me  to  the  rod: 

For  Thee,  not  without  hope,  I  mourn: 

I  have  an  Advocate  above, 

A  Friend  before  the  throne  of  love. 
25 


0  JESUS,  Saviour  of  the  lost, 
My  rock  aud  hiding-place, 
By  storms  of  sin  aud  sorrow  tossed, 
I  seek  Thy  sheltering  grace. 

2  Guilty,  forgive  me.  Lord.  I  cry; 
Pursued  l)y  foes.  I  come: 
A  sinner,  save  me.  ov  I  die; 
An  outcast,  take  me  home. 


THE   CHRISTIAN   YEAR— LENT. 


3  Once  safe  iu  Thine  almi<^lity  arms, 

Let  storms  come  on  amain: 
There  (h\n<j:er  never,  never  harms; 
There  death  itself  is  gain. 

4  And  when  I  stand  before  Thy  throne, 

And  all  Thy  <ih)ry  see. 
Still  be  my  riixhteonsness  alone 
To  hide  myself  in  Thee. 


82  L.  M. 

OTHOL"  that  hear'st  when  sinners  cry, 
Thoiiiih  all  my  sins  before  Thee  lie, 
liehold  them  not  with  angry  look. 
But  blot  their  memory  from  Thy  book. 

2  Create  my  nature  pure  within, 
And  form  my  soul  averse  to  sin: 
Let  Thy  good  Spirit  ne'er  dei)art. 
Nor  hide  Thy  presence  from  my  heart. 

3  I  cannot  live  without  Thy  light, 

(Jast  out  and  banished  from  Thy  sight: 
Thy  holy  joys,  my  God,  restore. 
And  guard  me  that  I  fall  no  more. 

4  A  broken  heart,  my  God,  my  King, 
Is  all  the  sacrifice  1  bring; 

The  (rod  of  grace  will  ne'er  despise 
A  broken  heart  for  sacrifice. 

5  Oh,  may  Thy  love  inspire  my  tongue! 
Salvation  shall  be  all  my  song: 

And  all  my  powers  shall  join  to  bless 
The  Lord,  my  strength  and  righteousness. 


4  Nor  alms,  nor  deeds  that  I  have  done, 
Can  for  a  single  sin  atone; 
To  Calvary  alone  I  flee: 
O  God,  be  merciful  to  me. 


5  And  when,  redeemed  from  sin  and  hell. 
With  all  the  ransomed  throng  I  dwell, 
My  raptured  song  shall  ever  be, 
God  has  been  merciful  to  me. 


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83 


L.  M. 


WITH  broken  heart  and  contrite  sigh, 
A  trembling  sinner.  Lord,  I  cry: 
Thy  i>ardoning  grace  is  rich  and  free: 
O  <rod,  be  merciful  to  me. 

2  I  smite  upon  my  troubled  breast, 

With  deep  and  conscious  guilt  oppressed; 
rhrist  and  His  cross  my  only  plea: 
O  (rod,  be  merciful  to  me. 

3  Fav  off  I  stand  with  tearful  eyes. 
Nor  dare  ui)litt  them  to  the  skies; 
I'm  Tliou  dost  all  my  anguish  see: 
O  (iod,  be  merciful  to  me. 

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85 


P.M. 


LORD,  in  this  Thy  mercy's  day. 
Ere  the  time  shall  pass  away, 
On  our  knees  we  fall  and  pray. 

2  Holy  Jesu,  grant  us  tears. 

Fill  us  with  heart-searching  fears, 
Ere  that  day  of  doom  appears. 

3  Lord,  on  us  Thy  Spirit  pour. 
Kneeling  lowly  at  Thy  door, 
Ere  it  close  for  evermore. 


4  By  Thy  night  of  agony. 
By  Thy  supplicating  cry. 
By  Thy  willingness  to  die, 

5  By  Thy  tears  of  bitter  woe 
For  .Jerusalem  below. 

Let  us  not  Thy  love  forego. 

6  Judge  and  Saviour  of  our  race, 
Grant  us,  when  we  see  Thy.  face. 
With  Thy  ransomed  ones  a  place. 

7  On  Thy  love  we  rest  alone, 

And  that  love  shall  then  be  known 
By  the  pardoned,  round  Thy  throne. 


O  AVIOUK!  when  in  dust  to  Thee 
^     Low  we  bow  the  adoring  knee, 
When,  repentant,  co  the  skies 
Scarce  we  lift  our  weeiting  eyes. 
Oh  I  by  all  Thy  pains  and  woe 
SulTered  once  for  man  below; 
liending  Irom  Thy  throne  on  high. 
Hear  oiu'  solotin  litany! 


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2  By  Thy  lielpless  iufant  years, 
By  Thy  life  of  ^vant  and  tears, 
By  Thy  days  of  sore  distress 
In  the  sava<;e  ^vilderness, 

By  the  dread  permitted  honr 
Of  the  mi<;hty  tenii)ter"s  i)o\ver: 
Tnrn,  oh  turn  a  favoring  eye, 
Hear  our  solemn  litany ! 

3  By  the  sacred  grief  that  wept 

O'er  the  grave  where  Lazarus  slept; 
By  the  boding  tears  that  flowed 
Over  JSalem's  loved  abode; 
By  the  anguished  sigh  that  told 
Treachery  lurked  within  Thy  fold; 
From  Thy  seat  above  the  sky. 
Hear  our  solemn  litany ! 

4  By  the  burthen  Thou  didst  bear, 
By  Thine  agony  of  prayer, 

By  the  cross,  the  nail,  the  thorn. 
Piercing  spear,  and  torturing  scorn; 
By  the  gloom  that  veiled  the  skies 
O'er  the  dreadful  sacrilice; 
Listen  to  oxw  humble  cry, 
Hear  o\ir  solemn  litany ! 

5  By  Thy  deep  expiring  groan; 
By  the  sealed  sepulchral  stone ; 
By  the  vault,  whose  dark  abode- 
Held  in  vain  the  rising  God: 

Oh!  from  earth  to  heaven  restored, 
Mighty,  re-ascended  Lord, 
Listen,  listen  to  the  cry 
Of  our  solemn  litany ! 

Also  the  following : 
In  the  hour  of  trial, 
binful,  sighing  to  be  blest. 
Out  of  the  deep  I  call. 
Jesus,  Lord  of  life  and  glory. 
Have  mercy.  Lord,  on  me. 
Lord,  when  we  bend  before  Thy  throne. 
Heal  me,  O  my  JSaviour,  heal. 
O  Jesu,  Thou  art  standing. 
In  the  cross  of  Christ  I  glory. 
God,  my  Father,  hear  me  pray. 
God  the  Father,  God  the  JSon.       Litany. 
Father  hear  Thy  children's  call.         " 
To-day  Thy  mercy  calls  us. 
When  at  Thy  footstool.  Lord,  I  bend. 
Thy  life  was  given  for  me. 
Love  of  Jesus,  all  divine. 
Lo!  the  voice  of  .Jesus. 
Oh,  the  bitter  shame  and  sorrow. 
Lord  Jesus,  think  on  me. 
Onward  Christian,  though  the  region. 

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ALL  glory,  laud,  and  honf>r. 
To  Thee,  Kedeemer,  King! 
To  Whom  the  lips  of  children 
Made  sweet  hosannas  ring. 

2  Thou  art  the  King  of  Israel, 

Thou  David's  royal  t5on. 
Who  in  the  Lord's  name  comest, 
The  King  and  blessed  One. 

All  glory,  etc. 

3  The  company  of  angels 

Are  praising  Thee  on  high ; 
And  mortal  men,  and  all  things 
Created,  make  reply. 

All  glory,  etc. 

4  The  people  of  the  Hebrews 

With  palms  before  Thee  Avent: 
Our  praise  and  prayer  and  anthems 
Before  Thee  we  present. 

All  glory,  etc. 

5  To  Thee  before  Thy  Passion 

They  sang  their  hymns  of  praise: 
To  Thee,  now  high  exalted 
Our  melody  we  raise. 

All  glory,  etc. 

6  Thou  didst  accept  their  praises; 

Accept  the  prayers  we  bring, 
Who  in  all  good  delightest, 
Thou  good  and  gracious  Kine;. 


All  glory,  etc. 


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I>IDE  on!  ride  on  in  majesty! 
V    Hark!  all  the  tribes  hosanna  cry; 
O  Saviour  meek,  pursue  Thy  road 
With  palms  and  scattered  garments  strowed. 

2  Ride  on!  ride  on  in  majesty! 
In  lowly  pomp  ride  (.)n  to  die: 

O  Christ,  Thy  triumphs  now  begin 
O'er  captive  death  and  conquered  sin. 

3  Ride  on !  ride  on  in  majesty ! 
The  angel  armies  of  the  sky 

Look  down  with  sad  and  wondering  eyes 
To  see  the  approaching  sacrilice. 


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4  IJidt'  on  I  ride  on  in  majesty! 

Thy  last  and  liereest  strit'e'is  nifjli; 
The  Father  on  His  sa])i>hire  throne 
Expects  His  t)\vu  anointed  Son. 

5  Eide  on!  ride  on  in  majesty! 
In  lowly  i)omp  ride  on  to  die; 

]>ow  Thy  meek  head  to  mortal  i)ain, 
Then  take,  ()  God,  Thy  i)ower,  and  reign. 


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CM. 


OTHOr,  Who  throuo-h  this  holy  week 
Didst  Slitter  for  us  all; 
The  sick  to  heal,  the  lost  to  seek, 
To  raise  up  them  that  fall  : 

2  "We  cannot  understand  the  woe 

'JMiy  love  was  pleased  to  bear: 
O  Lamb  of  God,  we  only  know 
That  all  our  hopes  are  there. 

3  Thy  feet  the  path  of  suffering  trod, 

Thy  hand  the  victory  w'on: 
What  shall  we  render  to  our  God 
For  all  that  He  hath  done  ? 

4  To  God,  the  blessed  Three  in  One, 

All  praise  and  glory  be: 
Cro-.vn,  Lord,  Thy  servants  who  have  won 
The  victory  through  Thee. 


89  L.M. 

rilHE  royal  banners  forward  go, 
JL      The  cross  shines  forth  in  mystic  glow; 
Where  He  in  flesh 
Our  sentence  bore 


our  tlesh  Who  made, 
our  ransom  ])aid. 


2  There  whilst  He  hung.  His  sacred  side 
By  soldier's  spear  was  opened  wide. 
To  cleanse  us  in  the  precious  flood 

Of  water  mingled  with  His  blood. 

3  Fulfdled  is  now  what  David  told 
Jn  true  i)roi)heti(r  song  of  old, 

How  (iod  the  licathen's  King  should  be; 
For  (iod  is  reigning  from  the  tree. 

4  O  tree  of  glory,  tree  most  fair, 
Ordained  th()se  holy  liml)s  to  l)ear, 
How  bright  in  j)ur])le  robe  it  stood, 
Tlie  ])nii)le  of  a  Saviour's  blood! 

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5  Upon  its  arms,  like  balance  true. 

He  weighed  the  price  for  sinners  due. 
The  price  which  none  but  He  could  i)ay, 
And  spoiled  the  spoiler  of  his  prey. 

6  To  Thee,  eternal  Three  in  One, 
Let  homage  meet  by  all  be  done: 
As  by  the  cross  Thou  dost  restore, 
So  rule  and  guide  us  evermore. 


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L.  M. 


LOPiD  Jesus!  when  we  stand  afar. 
And  gaze  upon  Thy  holy  cross. 
In  love  of  Thee,  and  scorn  of  self. 
Oh,  may  we  count  the  world  as  loss! 

2  When  we  behold  Thy  bleeding  wounds. 

And  the  rough  way  that  Thou  hast  trod, 
Make  us  to  hate  the  load  of  sin 
That  lay  so  heavy  on  our  Ciod. 

3  O  holy  Lord,  uplifted  high, 

With  outstretched  arms,  in  mortal  woe 
Embracing  in  Thy  wondrous  love 
The  sinful  world  that  lies  below; 

4  Give  us  an  ever-living  faith 

'J'o  gaze  beyond  the  things  we  see; 
And  in  the  mystery  of  Thy  death 
Draw  us  and  all  men  unto  Thee. 


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P.M. 


BEHOLD  the  Lamb  of  God! 
O  Thou  for  sinners  slain, 
Let  it  not  l)e  in  vain 

That  Thou  hast  died: 
Thee  for  my  Saviour  let  me  take, 
My  only  refuge  let  me  make 
Thy  pierced  side. 

2  Behold  the  Lamb  of  God ! 
Into  the  sacred  flood 

Of  Thy  most  i)rccious  blood 

My  soul  I  cast: 
Wash  me  and  make  nu'  clean  within, 
And  kee])  me  pure  from  every  sin, 

Till  life  be  past. 

3  Behold  the  Lambof  (iod! 
All  hail,  incarnate  Word, 
Thou  everlasting  Lt»rd, 

Saviour  most  blest : 
Fill  us  with  love  that  never  faints. 
Grant  us  with  all  Thy  blessed  saints. 

Eternal  rest. 


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Behold  the  Lamb  of  God! 
Worthy  is  He  ah)iie, 
That  sitteth  on  the  throne 

Of  God  above; 
One  with  the  Ancient  of  all  days, 
One  Nvith  the  Comforter  in  praise, 

All  light  and  love. 


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SEE  the  destined  day  arise! 
See,  a  willing  sacritice, 
Jesus,  to  redeem  our  loss, 
Hangs  upon  the  shameful  cross  I 

2  Jesus,  who  hut  Thou  had  borne. 
Lifted  on  that  tree  of  scorn. 
Every  pang  and  bitter  throe, 
Finishing  Thy  life  of  woe  '? 


S  Who  but  Thou  had  dared  to  drain 
Steeped  in  gall  the  cup  of  pain, 
And  with  tender  body  bear 
Thorns,  and  nails,  and  piercing  spear  ? 


4  Thence  the  cleansing  water  flowed, 
Mingled  from  Thy  side  with  blood ; 
Sign  to  all  attesting  eyes 
Of  the  finished  sacrifice. 


5  Holy  Jesus,  grant  us  grace 
In  that  sacrifice  to  place 
All  our  trust  for  life  renewed, 
Pardoned  sin  and  promised  good. 


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Part  I. 


SIXG,  my  tongue,  the  Saviour's  battle. 
Tell  His  triumph  far  and  wide ; 
Tell  aloud  the  wondrous  story 

Of  His  Body  crucified; 
How  upon  the  cross  a  victim. 
Vanquishing  in  death,  He  died. 

Eating  of  the  tree  forbidden, 
Man  had  sunk  in  Satan's  snare. 

When  our  pitying  Creator 
Did  this  second  tree  prepare, 

Destined,  many  ages  later. 
That  first  evil  to  repair. 
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So,  wlien  now  at  length  the  fullness 
Of  the  time  foretold  drew  nigh, 

God  the  Son,  the  world's  Creatoi, 
Left  His  Fathers  throne  on  high. 

From  the  Virgin" s  womb  appearing 
Clothed  in  our  humanity. 


4  Thus  did  Christ  to  perfect  manhood 
In  our  mortal  flesh  attain; 

Then  of  His  free  choice  He  goeth 
To  a  death  of  bitter  pain; 

He,  the  Lamb  ui)on  the  altar 
Of  the  cross,  for  us  was  slain. 


Lo,  with  gall  His  thirst  He  quenches. 

See  the  thorns  upon  His  brow: 
Nails  His  tender  flesh  are  rending; 

See,  His  side  is  pierced  now; 
Whence,  to  cleanse  the  whole  creation 

Streams  of  blood  and  water  flow. 


Part  II. 

6  Tj^AITHFUL  Cross!  above  all  other, 
Jj      One  and  only  noble  tree ! 
Kone  in  foliage,  none  in  blossom. 

None  in  fruit  thy  peers  may  be: 
Sweetest  wood  and  sweetest  iron. 

Sweetest  weight  is  hung  on  thee. 


T  Bend  thy  boughs,  O  tree  of  glory! 

Thy  relaxing  sinews  bend  I 
For  awhile  the  ancient  rigor 

That  thy  birth  bestowed  suspend ! 
And  the  King  of  heavenly  beauty 

On  tliv  bosom  seutlv  tend. 


8  Thou  alone  wast  counted  Avorthy 
This  world's  ransom  to  uphold; 

For  a  shipwrecked  race  prei)aring 
Harbor  like  the  Ark  of  old; 

With  the  sacred  blood  anointed 

From  the  smitten  Land)  that  rolled. 


Blessing,  honor,  laud  and  glory 

To  the  immortal  Deity: 
To  the  Father,  Son,  and  Spirit, 

Equal  praises  ever  be; 
Glorv  through  the  earth  and  heaven, 

To^  the  Blessed  Trinity. 


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N'OW,  my  soul,  thy  voice  upraisiiifr, 
Tell  in  sweet  and  niouinfiil  strain 
How  the  Crueitietl,  endminu: 

Grief,  and  wounds,  and  dying  pain, 
Freely  of  His  love  was  ottered, 
Jiiniess  was  for  sinners  slain. 

2  Scourged  with  unrelenting  fury, 
Ft>r  the  sins  which  we  dei)lore. 

By  His  livid  strii)es  He  heals  us, 
Kaising  us  to  fall  no  more; 

All  our  bruises  gently  soothing, 
Uinding  up  the  bleeding  sore. 

:3  See!  His  hands  and  feet  are  fastened; 

So  He  makes  His  people  free; 
Not  a  wt>und  whence  blood  is  liowiug 

But  a  fount  of  grace  shall  be; 
Yea  the  very  nails  which  nail  Him 

Nail  us  also  to  the  tree. 

4  Through  His  heart  the  spear  is  piercing. 
Though  His  foes  have  seen  Him  die; 

Blood  and  water  thence  are  streaming 
In  a  tide  of  mystery; 

Water  from  our  guilt  to  cleanse  us. 
Blood  to  win  us  crowns  on  high. 

•>  Jesu,  may  those  precious  fountains 
Drink  to  thirsting  soids  afford: 

Let  them  be  our  i)resent  healing, 
And  at  length  our  great  reward; 

So  a  ransomed  world  shall  ever 
Praise  Thee,  its  redeeming  Lord. 


95  L.  M. 

WE  sing  the  praise  of  Him  Who  died, 
Of  Him  Who  died  ujion  tlie  cross: 
The  sinner's  Jiope  let  men  deride: 
For  this  we  count  the  world  but  loss. 


2  Inscribed  ui)on  the  cross  we  see 

In  shining  letters,  (to(1  is  love: 
He  bears  our  sins  upon  the  tree: 
He  Ijrings  us  mercy  from  above. 

3  'I'lie  cross  —  it  takes  our  guilt  away; 

it  holds  the  fainting  sjjirit  u\>; 
It  cheers  with  hope  tlie  gloomy  day, 
And  sweetens  every  bitter  cup. 
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4  It  makes  the  coward  spirit  brave. 

And  nerves  the  feeble  arm  for  tight; 
It  takes  its  terror  from  the  grave. 

And  gilds  the  bed  of  death  with  light. 

.">  The  balm  of  life,  the  cure  of  woe. 

The  measure  and  the  pledge  of  love, 
The  sinner's  refuge  here  below, 

The  angels'  theme  in  heaven  above. 


96  L  M 

^TTHEX  I  survey  the  wondrous  cross 

V  V       On  which  the  Prince  of  glory  died, 
My  richest  gain  I  count  but  loss. 
And  pour  contemi)t  on  all  my  i)ridc. 


2  Forbid  it,  Lord,  that  I  should  boast. 
Save  in  the  cross  of  Christ,  my  Gtxl: 
All  the  vain  things  that  charm  me  most, 
I  sacrifice  them  to  His  blood. 


o  See,  from  His  head.  His  hands.  His  feet, 
Sorrow  and  love  How  mingled  down  I 
Did  e'er  such  love  and  sorrow  meet '.' 
Or  thorns  compose  so  rich  a  crown  ? 

4  Were  the  whole  realm  of  nature  mine. 
That  were  a  tribute  far  too  small; 
Love  so  amazing,  so  divine. 

Demands  my  sold,  my  life,  my  all. 


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0  SACRED  head  surrounded 
By  crown  of  i)iercing  thorn! 
O  bleeding  head,  so  wounded, 

Reviled  and  put  to  scorn! 
Deatli's  pallid  hue  comes  o'er  thee, 

The  glow  of  life  decays, 
Yet  angel-hosts  adore  tliee. 
And  tremble  as  they  gaze. 


I  see  Thy  strength  and  vigor, 

All  fading  in  the  strife, 
And  death  with  cruel  rigor, 

Bereaving  Tliee  of  life; 
O  agony  and  dying! 

O  love  to  sinners  free! 
Jesu,  all  grace  sui)i)lying, 

Oh,  turn  Thy  face  on  mo. 


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lu  this,  Thy  bitter  passion, 

Good  Shepherd,  thiuk  of  me 
With  Thy  most  sweet  compassion. 

Unworthy  tliough  1  be: 
Beneath  Thy  cross  abiding 

Forever  would  1  rest. 
In  Thy  dear  h)ve  confiding. 

And  with  Thy  presence  blest. 

Be  near  when  I  am  dying; 

Oh,  show  Thy  cross  to  me: 
And  to  my  succor  flying, 

Come,  Lord,  and  set  me  free. 
These  eyes,  new  faith  receiving, 

From  Jesus  shall  not  move; 
For  he,  who  dies  believing, 

Dies  safely  through  Thy  love.    • 


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AT  the  cross  her  station  keeping 
Stood  the  mournful  mother  weeping, 
Where  He  hung,  the  dying  Lord; 
For  her  soul  of  joy  bereaved, 
Bowed  with  anguish  deeply  grieved. 
Felt  the  sharp  and  piercing  sword. 

2  Oh,  how  sad  and  sore  distressed 
Xow  was  she,  that  mother  blessed 

Of  the  sole-begotten  One; 
Deep  the  woe  of  her  affliction, 
When  she  saw  the  crucifixion 

Of  her  ever-glorious  Son. 

3  Who,  on  Christ's  dear  mother  gazing, 
Pierced  by  anguish  so  amazing. 

Born  of  woman,  would  not  weep  ? 
Who,  on  Christ's  dear  mother  thinking, 
Such  a  cup  of  sorrow  drinking, 

AVould  not  share  her  sorrows  deep  ? 

4  For  His  people's  sins  chastised, 
She  beheld  her  Son  despised, 

Scourged,   and  crowned  with  thorns  en- 
twined; 
Saw  Him  then  from  judgment  taken, 
And  in  death  by  all  forsaken, 

Till  His  Spirit  He  resigned. 

5  Jesu,  may  her  deep  devotion 
Stir  in  me  the  same  emotion. 

Fount  of  love.  Redeemer  kind : 
That  my  heart  fresh  ardor  gaining, 
And  a  i)urer  love  attaining. 

May  with  Thee  acceptance  find. 
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SWEET  the  moments,  ricli  in  l)lessing, 
AVhich  before  the  cross  1  spend: 
Life  and  healtli  and  i)eace  possessinu" 
Through  the  sinner's  dying  friend. 

2  Here  I  kneel  in  wonder,  viewing 

Mercy  poured  in  streams  of  blood; 
Precious  drops,  for  pardon  suing, 
Make  and  plead  my  peace  with  God. 

3  Truly  blessed  is  the  station. 

Low  before  His  cross  to  lie. 

While  I  see  divine  compassion 

Pleading  in  His  dying  eye. 

4  Here  I  find  my  hope  of  heaven. 

While  upon  the  Laml)  I  gaze; 
Loving  much,  and  much  forgiven, 
Let  my  heart  o'erflow  witli  praise. 

5  Lord,  in  loving  contemplation 

Fix  my  heart  and  eyes  on  Thee, 
Till  I  taste  Thy  full  salvation. 
And  Thine  unveiled  glories  see. 

6  For  Thy  sorrows  I  adore  Thee, 

For  the  griefs  that  wrought  our  peace; 
Gracious  Saviour,  I  implore  Thee. 
In  mv  heart  Thv  love  increase. 


100  L  M 

OH  come  and  mourn  with  me  awhile ; 
And  tarry  here  the  cross  beside ; 
Oh  come,  together  let  us  uK^urn; 
Jesus,  our  Lord,  is  crucified. 

2  Have  we  no  tears  to  shed  for  Him, 

While  soldiers  scoff  and  Jews  deride  '? 
Ah !  look  how  patiently  He  hangs ; 
Jesus,  our  Lord,  is  crucified. 

3  Seven  times  He  spake,  seven  words  of  love; 

And  all  three  hours  His  silence  cried 
For  mercy  on  the  souls  of  men; 
Jesus,  our  Lord,  is  crucified. 

4  O  love  of  God !  O  sin  of  man ! 

In  this  dread  act  your  strength  is  tried; 
And  victory  remains  with  love ; 
For  Thou,  our  Lord,  art  crucified! 


THE   CHKI:5TIAX   YEAR— UGLY   WEEK. 


THE    STOKY    OF    THE    CROSS. 

11 

Xo  pillow  under  Tliee 

101 

G.4.6.3. 
/.  —  The  Question. 
T\  His  ciwn  raiment  clad  — 
1     With  His  bh.od  dyc-d; 

To  rest  Thy  head  — 
Onlv  the  splintered  cross 

Is  Thy  bed. 

12 

[Xails  i>ierced  Thy  hands  and  feet, 

WoiiKu  walk  sorrowing- 

Thy  side  the  spear; 

By  liis  side. 

Xo  voice  is  nigh  to  say 

Helj)  is  near. 

•  ) 

[Heavy  tliat  cross  to  Him, 

Weary  the  weight  — 

13 

Shadows  of  midnight  fall. 

One  who  will  help  Him  waits 

Though  it  is  day  — 

At  the  gate. 

Thy  friends  and  kinsfolk  stand 
Far  away. 

3  Seel  tliey  are  travellini; 

On  the  same  road  — 

14 

L(»ud  is  Thy  bitter  cry; 

.Simon  is  sharing  with 

Sunk  on  Thy  breast 

IHm  the  load.] 

Hangeth  Thy  bleeding  head 

Without  rest. 

4 

Oh.  whither  wandering 

Bear  they  that  tree  / 

15 

Loud  scotfs  the  dying  thief, 

He  \\\\i)  first  carries  it  — 

Who  mocks  at  Thee  — 

Who  is  He  ? 

Can  it,  my  Saviour,  be 

All  for  me  ? 

11. — lite  Answer. 

5 

Follow  to  Calvary  — 

Tread  where  He  trod  — 
He  Who  forever  was 

Sou  of  God. 

10 

(iazing,  afar  from  Thee, 

Silent  and  lone. 
Stand  those  few  weepers,  Thou 

Callest  Thine  own. 

0 

[Y<»u  who  would  love  Him  stand, 

Gaze  at  His  face: 
Tarry  awhile  on  your 

Earthly  race. 

17 

I  see  Thy  title.  Lord, 

Inscribed  above  — 

".Jesus  of  Xazareth,'' 

King  of  Love  I  ] 

7 

As  the  swift  moments  fly 

Through  the  hlest  week, 
Bead  the  great  story  the 

Cross  will  teacli.] 

IS  AVhat,  O  my  Saviour! 
Here  didst  Thou  see, 
Which  made  Thee  suffer  and 
Die  for  me  ? 

8 

Is  there  no  beauty  to 

[/!". — The  Appeal  from  the  Cross. 

You  who  i)ass  by, 
In  that  lone  figure  which 

Marks  that  sky  '? 

11) 

Child  of  My  grief  and  pain  — 

Watched  by  My  love  — 
I  came  to  call  thee  to 

Realms  above. 

///. — TJie  Storij  of  the  Cross. 

0 

On  the  cross  lifted 

20  I  saw  thee  wandering 

Thy  face  we  scan  — 

Far  oft  from  iMe: 

Bearing  that  cross  for  us, 

In  love  I  seek  for  thee  — 

Son  of  Man. 

D(»  not  llee. 

10  Tliorns  form  Thy  diadem, 

21 

For  thee  My  bh)od  I  shed  — 

Rough  wood  Thy  thr«»ne  — 

For  thee  alone; 

P'or  us  Thy  blood  is  shed  — 

I  came  to  purchase  thee  — 

I's  alone. 

For  Mine  own. 

THE   CHRISTIAN"  YEAH— EASTER  EVEN. 


22  Weep  thou  iu)t  for  Mv  grief 

Child  of  My  l.)ve  — 

Strive  to  be  \vith  3Ie  in 

Heaven  above.] 


Our  Cry  to  Jesus. 


•i:\  oil,  I  will  follow  Thee, 
Star  of  my  soul, 
Through  the  deep  shades  of  life 
To  the  goal. 

24  Yea,  let  Thy  cross  be  borne 

Each  day  by  nie  — 
Mind  not  how  heavy,  if 

But  with  Thee. 

25  Lord,  if  Thou  only  wilt, 

Make  us  Thine  own, 
Give  no  companion,  save 

Thee  alone. 

2t)  Grant  through  each  day  of  life 
To  stand  by  Tliee; 
"With  Thee,  w  hen  morning  breaks 
Ever  to  be. 

The  hymn  can  be  shortened  by  omitting  the  brcacketeJ 
verses. " 


102 


p.  :\r. 

make  to  tliv  God  answer 


MY  people  come 
true : 
What  have  I  done  to  thee  ?  Wherein  wearied 
you  ?  I 

Because   I-  safe  led  thee  through   Egypt's 

Red  Sea, 
Thou  hast  fashioned  a  cross  for  thv  Saviour, 
for  Me  I 

Refi:aix. 
Xow  spare  Thy  poor  servant,  O  most  holy 
Godl 
O  holy  and  mighty,  come  strengthen  my 
heart! 
Thou  holy  Immortal,  oh  suffer  me  not, 
For  any  sharp  death-pangs,  from  Thee  to 
depart. 

2  Because  in  the  desert,  for  forty  long  years, 
I  fed  thee  with  manna  and  wiped  dry  thy 

tears. 
And  brought  thee  in  safety  the  good  land  to 

see, 
Thou  hast  fashioned  a  cross  for  thy  Saviour, 
for  Me ! 

Xow  spare,  etc. 
33 


3  What  more  could  I  do  that  I  did  not  t«.  thee  ? 
The  vine  which  I  chose  has  grown  bitter  to 

Me; 
With  acid  and  gall  thou  Mv  thirst  would'st 

allay. 
And  the  side  of  tliy  Saviour  thou  piereedst 

to-day. 

Now  spare,  etc. 

4  Behold,    all   ye   sinners,   the   wood   of   tlie 

cross. 
On  which  the  world's  Ransom  saved  all  men 

from  loss  I 
Oh,  come  let  us  worsliip!  come  let  us  adore  I 
Both  delivered  from  hell  and  given  life  ever- 
more. 

5  O  Lord,  at  Thy  cross  we  with  reverence  bow  : 
Thy  glorious  Easter  we  praise  and  laud  now. 
Behold,  all  ye  nations,  Christ's  banner  un- 
furled ! 

By  the  cross  joy  has  come,  joy  has  come  to 
the  world. 

Also  the  following: 
360  There  is  a  green  hill  far  away. 

301  O  Jesu,  Lord  most  merciful. 

302  Christ,  the  life  of  all  the  living. 

303  Glory  be  to  Jesus. 
305  O  Jesu,  we  adore  Thee. 
300  Hail,  Thou  once  despised  Jesus. 
521  Jesu,  in  Thy  dying  woes. 


EASTER   EVEX, 


103 


<s. 


RESTING  from  His  work  to-day, 
In  the  tomb  the  Saviour  lay; 
Still  He  slept,  from  head  to  feet 
Shrouded  in  the  winding  sheet, 
Lying  in  the  rock  alone, 
Hidden  by  the  sealed  stone. 

2  Late  at  even  there  was  seen 
Watching  long  the  Magdalene; 
Early,  t  re  the  break  of  day, 
Sorrowful  she  took  her  way 
To  the  holy  garden  glade. 
Where  her  buried  Lord  was  laid. 

3  So  with  Thee,  till  life  shall  end, 
I  would  solemn  vigil  spend : 

Let  me  hew  Thee,  Lord,  a  shrine 
In  this  rocky  heart  of  mine. 
Where  in  pure  embalmed  cell 
None  but  Thou  may  ever  dwell. 


THE   CIIKI.STIAX   YEAK-EASTEliTIDE. 


4  Mynli  and  spices  will  T  bring, 
True  arteetioirs  orteriii;4; 
Close  the  door  from  siiiht  and  sound 
Of  the  busy  world  around: 
And  in  patient  watoli  remain 
Till  my  Lord  api)ear  again. 


104 


4.4.7.7.0. 


SO  rest,  our  Rest! 
Thou  ever  blest ! 
Thy  jxrave  -with  sinners  makinj?: 
By  Thy  precious  death,  from  siu 
Our  dead  souls  awaking. 

Here  hast  Thou  lain 

After  much  pain, 
Life  of  our  life,  reposing: 
Ivound  Thee  now  a  rock-hewn  grave, 

Kock  of  Ages,  closing. 

Breath  of  all  breath! 

We  know,  from  death 
Thou  wilt  our  dust  awaken: 
Wherefore  should  we  dread  the  grave, 

Or  our  faith  be  shaken? 

The  body  dies 

(Xaught  else),  and  lies 
In  dust  until  victorious 
From  the  grave,  it  shall  arise 

Beautiful  and  glorious. 

Meantime  we  will. 

Our  Jesu,  still 
Deej)  in  remembrance  lay  Thee, 
Musing  on  Thy  death;  in  death 

Be  with  us,  we  pray  Thee. 


105 


CM. 


rpiIE  grave  itself  a  garden  is, 

^Vliere  loveliest 
►Since  ("lirist,  our  never-fading  life 


r 

X      ^N  liere  loveliest  llowers  abound; 
nee  ("lirist,  our  never-fading  lit 
JSprang  from  that  holy  gnnind. 


2  Oh,  give  us  grace  to  die  to  sin. 

That  we,  O  Lord,  may  have 
A  holy,  hai)i)y  rest  in  Thee, 
A  .*5abbath  in  the  grave. 

3  Thou,  Lord,  baptized  in  Thine  o\\  n  blood, 

And  buried  in  the  grave, 
Didst  laisc  Thyself  to  endless  life. 
Omnipotent  to  save. 
34 


4  Baptized  into  Thy  death  we  died, 
And  buried  were  with  Thee, 
That  we  might  live  with  Thee  to  God, 
And  ever  blest  might  be. 


5  Lord,  through  the  grave  and  gate  of  death 
May  we,  with  Thee,  arise 
To  an  eternal  Easter-day 
Of  iilorv  in  the  skies! 


EASTERTIDE. 

106  11. 

"  ^T^ELCOME,    happy  morning!"'    age  to 
>  V       age  shall  say ; 
Hell  to-day  is  vanquished,  heaven  is  won 

to-day ! 
Lo!  the  dead  is  living,  God  for  evermore! 
Him,  their  true  Creator,  all  His  works  adoi-e ! 

"Welcome,    happy    morning!"    age   to  age 
shall  sav. 


2  Earth  her  joy  confesses,  clothing  her   for 

spring. 
All  fresh  gifts  returned  with  her  returning 

King: 
Bloom  in  every  meadow,  leaves  on  every 

bough. 
Speak  His  sorrow  ended,  hail  His  triumph 

now. 

Hell   to-day  is   vamiuished,   heaven   is  w<m 
to-day. 

3  Months  in  due  succession,  days  (»f  lengthen- 

ing light, 
Hours  and  i)assing  moments  praise  Thee  in 

their  flight; 
Brightness  of  the  morning,   sky  and   lichK 

and  sea, 
Yamiuishei  of  darkness,  bring  their  jiraisc 

to  Thee  I 

"Welcome.    hai)py    morning!"     age    to    agi- 
shall  sav. 


4  Maker  and  Redeenu'r,  life  and  hcaltli  of  all. 
Thou  from  heaven  beholding  human  nat  arc"  - 

fall, 
Of  the  Fathers  Gcnlhead  true  and  only  Son. 
Manhood  to  deliver,  manhood  didst  put  on. 

Hell   to-day  is  vancjuished,  heaven  is  won 
to-day. 


THE   CIirJbTlAX    YEAIi— EAbTEUTlUE. 


5  Tlum,  of  life  the  author,  death  didst  un- 
dergo, 

Tread  the  path  of  darkness,  savinij  streugth 
to  show; 

Come  then,  true  and  faithful,  now  fulfil 
Thy  word; 

'Tis  Thine  own  third  morning,  rise  O  buried 
Lord : 

*' Welcome,  happy  morning!"'  age  to  age 
shall  say. 


(3  Loose  the  souls  long  prisoned,  bound  with 

JSatans  chain; 
All  that  now  is  fallen  raise  to  life  again; 
Shew  Thy  face  in  brightness,  bid  the  nations 

see; 
Bring  again  our  daylight:  dav  returns  with 

Thee! 

Hell  to-day  is  vanquished,  heaven  is  won 
to-day ! 

Both  the  first   and  second  lines  of  verse  1  may  be 
sung  as  a  refrain  after  each  verse,  if  desired. 


Neither  might  the  gates  of  death 

Nor  the  tomb's  dark  jxtrtal. 
Nor  the  watchers,  nor  the  seal. 

Hold  Thee  as  a  mortal: 
But  to-day  amidst  Thine  own 

Thou  didst  stand.  l)estowing 
That  Thy  peace  which  evermore 

Passeth  human  knowing. 


108 


107 


7.6. 


COME,  ye  faithful,  raise  the  strain 
Of  triumphant  gladness; 
God  hath  brought  His  Israel 

Into  joy  from  sadness; 
Loosed  from  Pharaoh's  bitter  yoke 

Jacob's  sons  and  daughters; 

Led  them  with  unmoistened  foot 

Through  the  Red  Sea  waters. 


'Tis  the  spring  of  souls  to-day; 

Christ  hath  burst  His  prison. 
And  from  three  days*  sleep  in  death 

As  a  sun  hath  risen ; 
All  the  winter  of  our  sins, 

Long  and  dark,  is  Hying 
From  His  light,  to  Whom  we  give 

Laud  and  praise  undying. 


3  Now  the  Queen  of  seasons,  bright 
With  the  day  of  splendor. 
With  the  royal  feast  of  feasts, 

Comes  its  joy  to  render; 
Comes  to  glad  Jerusalem, 
Who  with  true  alfection 
Welcomes  in  unwearied  strains 
Jesu's  resurrection. 
35 


C1HRIST  the  Lord  is  risen  to-day, 
)     Sons  of  men  and  angels  say: 
Raise  your  joys  and  triumphs  high, 
Sing,  ye  heavens,  and  earth  reply. 

2  Love's  redeeming  work  is  done, 
Fought  the  fight,  the  victory  won: 
Jesu's  agony  is  o'er. 

Darkness  veils  the  earth  no  more. 

3  Vain  the  stone,  the  watch,  the  seal, 
Christ  hath  burst  the  gates  of  hell; 
Death  in  vain  forbids  Him  rise, 
Christ  hath  opened  Paradise. 

4  Soar  we  now  where  Christ  hath  led, 
Following  our  exalted  Head ; 
Made  like  Him,  like  Him  we  rise; 
Ours  the  cross,  the  grave,  the  skies. 


109 


JESL'S  Christ  is  risen  to-day. 
Our  triumphant  holy  day, 
Who  did  once  upon  the  cross 
Suffer  to  redeem  our  loss. 

Alleluia! 

2  Hymns  of  praise  then  let  us  sing 
L^nto  Christ,  our  heavenly  King, 
Who  endured  the  cross  and  grave, 
Sinners  to  redeem  and  save. 

Alleluia ! 

3  But  the  pains  which  He  endured, 
Our  salvation  have  procured; 
Now  above  the  sky  He's  King, 
Where  the  angels  ever  sinix. 

Alleluia! 

4  Sing  we  to  our  God  above 
Praise  eternal  as  His  love; 
Praise  Him,  all  ye  heavenly  lu^st. 
Father,  Sou,  and  Holv  Ghost; 

Alleluia! 


7s. 


7s. 


THE  CIiniSTIAX  YEAU— EASTEKTIDE. 


110  v.M 

C1IIFJST  is  risen:  Cliiist  is  risen! 
/     He  hath  burst  His  bonds  in  twain; 
Christ  is  risen!  Christ  is  risen! 
Alleluia!  swell  the  strain! 
For  our  <;ain  He  suftered  loss 

13y  divine  deeree: 
He  hath  died  ui>on  the  cross, 
But  our  God  is  He. 
Clirist  is  risen!  Christ  is  risen! 

He  hath  burst  His  bonds  in  twain; 
Christ  is  risen!  Christ  is  risen! 
Alleluia!  swell  the  strain! 

2  JSee  the  chains  of  death  are  broken; 
Earth  below  and  heaven  above 
Joy  in  each  amazin;^-  token 
Of  His  risin«i-,  Lord  of  love: 
He  ft)r  evermore  shall  reign 

By  the  Father" s  side, 
Till  He  c(nnes  to  earth  again, 
Comes  to  claim  His  bride. 

Christ  is  risen!  etc. 


Hail  the  Lord  of  all  the  skiei 
Heaven,  with  joy  and  holy  longing 
For  the  Word  incarnate,  cries, 
"Christ  is  risen!  Earth,  rejoice! 
Gleam,  ye  starry  train! 
All  creation,  find  a  voice; 
He  o'er  all  shall  reign."' 
Christ  is  risen!  Christ  is  risen! 

He  hath  burst  His  bonds  in  twain 
Christ  is  risen!  Christ  is  risen, 
0"er  the  universe  to  reign. 


Ill 


«s. 


C1HIHST  the  Lord  is  risen  again; 
^     Christ  hath  broken  every  chain; 
Hark,  angelic  voices  cry, 
.Singing  evermore  on  high. 

Alleluia! 

2  He  Who  gave  for  us  His  life, 
Who  for  us  endured  the  strife, 
Is  our  Paschal  Lamb  to-day; 
We  too  sing  for  jov,  and  sav 

Alleluia! 

3  He  Who  boi'c  all  pain  and  loss 
Conifoitless  ujton  the  cross. 
Lives  in  gloiy  now  on  high, 
l*leads  for  us  and  hears  oui-  crv; 

Alleluia! 


4  He  Who  slumbered  in  the  grave 
is  exalted  now  to  save: 

Now  through  Christendom  it  rings 
That  the  Lamb  is  King  of  kinus. 
Alleluia ! 

5  Xow^  He  bids  us  tell  abroad 
HoW'  the  lost  may  be  restored, 
How  the  penitent  forgiven. 
How  we  too  may  enter  heaven. 

Alleluia! 

0  Thou,  our  Paschal  Lamb  indeed, 
Christ,  Thy  ransomed  people  feed: 
Take  our  sins  and  guilt  away, 
Let  us  sing  by  night  and  dav 

Alleluia! 


112 


THE  day  of  resurrection! 
Eartii,  tell  it  out  abroad; 
The  Pass(»ver  of  gladness, 

The  Passt)ver  of  (Jod. 
From  death  to  life  eternal. 
From  earth  unto  the  sky. 
Our  Christ  hath  brought  us  over 
With  hymns  of  victory. 

2  Our  hearts  be  pure  from  evil. 

That  we  may  see  aright 
The  Lord  in  rays  eternal 

Of  resurrection-light ; 
And,  listening  to  His  accents, 

May  hear  so  calm  and  i>lain 
His  own  ''All  hail,*'  and  hearing 

May  raise  the  victor  strain. 

3  Now  let  the  heavens  be  joyful. 

Let  earth  l.er  song  begin. 
The  round  world  keep  high  triumph, 

And  all  that  is  therein: 
Let  all  things  seen  and  unseen 

Their  notes  together  blend. 
For  Christ  the  Lord  is  risen, 

Our  joy  that  luith  no  end. 


113  8.7.8.7 

HE  is  risen.  He  is  risen; 
Tell  it  out  with  j()yful  voice: 
He  has  burst  His  three  days'  ])rison; 

Let  the  whole  wide  earth  rejoice: 
Death  is  concpuMcd,  man  is  free, 
Christ  has  won  the  victory. 


THE   CUlll^TIAX    YEAK— EASTEKTIDE. 


2  Come,  ye  sad  and  fearful-hearted, 
With  ^lad  smile  and  radiant  brow: 
Lent's  l()n<i"  shadows  have  departed; 

All  His  woes  are  over  now. 
And  the  passion  that  He  bore: 
Sin  and  pain  can  vex  no  more. 

;]  Come,  with  liif;h  and  holy  hymninc, 

Chant  our  Lord's  triumphant  lay; 

Xot  one  darksome  cloud  is  dimming 

Yonder  glorious  morning  ray, 
Breaking  o'er  the  purple  East, 
.Symbol  of  our  Easter  feast. 

4  He  is  risen.  He  is  risen; 

He  hath  opened  heaven's  gate: 
We  are  free  from  sin's  dark  prison, 

Kisen  to  a  holier  state; 
And  a  brighter  Easter  beam 
On  our  longing  eyes  shall  stream. 


115 


114 


iS. 


AT  the  Lamb's  high  feast  we  sing- 
Praise  to  our  victorious  King, 
Who  hath  washed  us  in  the  tide 
Flowing  from  His  pierced  side; 
Praise  we  Him,  Whose  love  divine 
Gives  His  sacred  blood  for  wine, 
j        Gives  His  body  for  the  feast, 

Christ  the  victim,  Christ  the  priest. 

2  Where  the  Paschal  blood  is  poured, 

I       Death's  dark  angel  sheathes  his  sword; 

Israel's  hosts  triumphant  go 
!        Through  the  wave  that  drowns  the  foe. 
I       Praise  we  Christ.  Whose  blood  was  shed, 

Paschal  victim.  Paschal  bread; 
I       With  sincerity  and  love 

Eat  we  manna  from  above. 

3  Mighty  victim  from  the  sky  I 

Hell's  tierce  powers  beneath  Thee  lie; 
Thou  hast  conquered  in  the  tight. 
Thou  hast  brought  us  life  and  light: 
Now  no  more  can  death  appal, 
.  Now  no  more  the  grave  enthral; 
Thou  hast  opened  Paradise, 
And  in  Thee  Thy  saints  shall  rise. 

4  Easter  triumph,  Easter  joy. 
Sin  alone  can  this  destroy; 

From  sin's  power  do  Thou  set  free 
Souls  new-born,  O  Lord,  in  Thee. 
Hymns  of  glory  and  oi  praise. 
Risen  Lord,  to  Thee  we  raise; 
Holy  Father,  praise  to  Thee, 
With  the  Spirit,  ever  be. 


L.  M. 


LIFT  up,  lift  up  your  voices  now  I 
The  wliole  widu  world  rejoices  no.w: 
•    The  Lord  hath  triumphed  gloriiuisly, 
The  Lord  shall  reign  victoriously! 

2  In  vain  with  stone  the  cave  they  barred; 
In  vain  the  watch  kept  ward  and  guard; 
Majestic  from  the  spoiled  tomb. 

In  pomp  of  triumph  Christ  is  come! 

3  He  binds  in  chains  the  ancient  foe; 
A  countless  host  he  frees  from  woe. 
And  heaven's  high  portal  open  flies, 
For  Christ  has  risen,  and  man  shall  rise. 

4  And  all  He  did,  and  all  He  bare. 
He  gives  us  as  our  own  to  share; 
And  hope  and  joy  and  peace  begin. 
For  Christ  has  won,  and  man  shall  win. 

5  O  Victor,  aid  us  in  the  fight. 

And  lead  through  death  to  realms  of  light ; 
We  safely  pass  where  Thou  hast  trod; 
In  Thee  we  die  to  rise  to  God. 

G  Thy  flock,  from  sin  and  death  set  free. 
Glad  Alleluia  raise  to  Thee; 
And  ever  with  the  heavenly  host 
Praise  Father,  Son  and  Holv  Ghost. 


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8.8.8.4. 
ave  decked  the 


MOPvX'S  roseate  hues 
sky; 
The  Lord  has  risen  with  victory: 
Let  earth  be  glad,  and  raise  the  crv. 

Alleluia. 

2  The  Prince  of  Life  with  death  has  striven, 
To  cleanse  the  earth  His  blood  has  given, 
Has  rent  the  veil,  and  opened  heaven : 

Alleluia. 

3  And  He,  the  wheat-corn,  sown  in  earth, 
Has  given  a  glorious  harvest  birth: 
llejoice,  and  sing  with  holv  mirth 

Alleluia. 

4  Our  bodies,  mouldering  to  decay, 
Are  sown  to  rise  to  heavenly  day; 
For  He  by  rising  burst  the  wav : 

\\lleluia. 


THE   CIIHLSTIAX   YEAR— EASTERTIDE. 


')  And  he,  dear  Lord,  that  with  Thee  dies, 
And  liesldy  i)assi()ns  erueities. 
In  boilv.  like  to  Tliine.  shall  rise: 

Alleluia. 

<■»  Oh  j^rant  us,  then,  with  Thee  to  die, 
To  spurn  earth's  Meetinji:  vanity. 
And  love  the  things  above  the  skv: 

Alleluia. 

7  Oh.  praise  the  Father  and  the  Son, 
Who  has  for  us  the  triumph  won. 
And  Holy  Ghost, — the  Three  in  One: 

Alleluia. 


117  P.M. 

mHE  strife  is  o'er,  the  battle  done! 
JL      The  victory  of  life  is  won: 
The  song  of  triumph  has  begun, 

Alleluia! 

2  The  powers  of  death  have  done  their  worst, 
But  Christ  their  legions  hath  dispersed: 
Let  shout  of  holy  joy  outburst, 

Alleluia ! 

3  The  three  sad  days  are  quickly  sped; 
He  rises  glorious  from  the  dead: 

All  glory  to  our  risen  Head ! 

Alleluia! 

4  He  closed  the  yawning  gates  of  hell; 
The  bars  from  heaven's  high  portals  fell; 
Let  hvmns  of  i)raise  His  triumi)hs  tell! 

Alleluia! 

•')  Lord!  by  the  strii)es  which  wounded  Thee, 
Erom  death's  dread  sting  Thy  servants  free. 
That  we  may  live,  and  sing  to  Thee 

Alleluia ! 


118 


-.8. 


JESUS  lives!  thy  terrors  now 
(.'an  no  longer,  death,  api)al  us: 
Jesus  lives!  by  this  we  know 

Thou,  O  grave,  canst  not  enthral  us. 
Alleluia! 

2  Jesus  lives!  henceforth  is  death 
IJut  th(!  gate  of  life  inim(»rtal; 
This  shall  calm  our  trembling  breath, 
\Vhcn  we  pass  its  gloomv  i)ortil. 

Alleluia! 

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3  Jesus  lives!  for  us  He  died: 
Then,  alone  to  Jesus  living. 

Pure  in  heart  may  we  abide, 
Glorv  to  our  Saviour  giving. 

Alleluia! 

4  Jesus  lives!  our  hearts  know  well 
Xaught  from  us  His  love  shall  sever 

i  Life,  nor  death,  nor  powers  of  hell 

Tear  us  from  His  keei)ing  ever. 

Alleluia! 

5  Jesus  lives!  to  Him  the  throne 
Over  all  the  world  is  given: 

May  we  go  where  He  has  gone, 

Kest  and  reign  with  Him  in  heaven. 
Alleluia! 


119  8  7. 

ALLELULA!  Alleluia! 
Hearts  and  voices  heaven-ward  raise; 
Sing  to  God  a  hymn  of  gladness, 
Sing  to  God  a  hymn  of  praise: 
He,  Who  on  the  cross  a  victim. 

For  the  ^Vorld's  salvation  bled, 
Jesus  Christ,  the  King  of  glory. 
Now  is  risen  from  the  dead. 


2  Now  the  iron  bars  are  broken, 

Christ  from  death  to  life  is  born, 
Glorious  life,  and  life  imm(>rtal. 

On  this  holy  Easter  morn: 
Christ  has  triumphed  and  we  con(iuer 

By  His  mighty  enterjn'ise. 
AVe  with  Him  to  life  eternal 

By  His  resurrecti(>n  rise. 

3  Christ  is  risen,  Christ,  the  first-fruits 

Of  the  holy  harvest-tield, 
Which  will  all  its  full  abundance 

At  His  second  coming  yield: 
Then  the  golden  ears  of  harvest 

Will  their  heads  before  Him  wave, 
iril)ene(l  by  His  glorious  sunshine 

From  the  furrows  of  the  grave. 

4  Christ  is  risen,  we  arc  risen! 

Shed  ui)on  us  heavenly  grace, 
Rain  and  dew  and  gleams  of  glory 

From  the  brightness  of  Thy  face: 
That,  with  hearts  in  heaven  dwelling, 

We  on  earth  may  fruitful  be. 
And  by  angel-hands  be  gathered, 

And  be  ever.  Lord,  with  Thee. 


THE   CIIlilSTIAX   YEAR— ASCENSIONTIDE. 


Alleluia!  Alleluia! 

Glory  be  to  CJod  on  high ; 
Alleluia  to  the  Saviour 

Who  has  won  the  victory; 
Alleluia  to  the  Spirit, 

P\)unt  of  love  and  sanctity: 
Alleluia!  Alleluia! 

To  the  Triune  Majesty. 


120 

SING,  with  all  the  sons  of  glory, 
Sing  the  resurrection-song! 
Death  and  sorrow,  earth's  dark  story, 

To  the  "former  days''  belong. 
Even  now  the  dawn  is  breaking, 

Soon  the  night  of  time  shall  cease, 
And,  in  ^od's  own  likeness  waking, 
Man  shall  know  eternal  peace. 

2  Oh,  what  glory,  far  exceeding- 

All  that  eye  has  yet  perceived ! 
Holiest  hearts,  for  ages  pleading, 

Never  that  full  joy  conceived. 
God  has  promised,  Christ  prepares  it. 

There  on  high  our  welcome  waits; 
Every  humble  spirit  shares  it; 

Christ  has  passed  the  eternal  gates. 

3  ' '  Life  eternal ! "   Heaven  rejoices, 

Jesus  lives  Who  once  was  dead; 
Join,  O  man,  the  deathless  voices, 

Child  of  God,  lift  up  thy  head. 
Patriarchs  from  distant  ages. 

Saints  all  longing  for  their  heaven. 
Prophets,  psalmists,  seers,  and  sages. 

All  await  the  glory  given. 

4  "  Life  eternal ! "   Oh,  what  wonders 

Crowd  on  faith  —  what  joy  unknown, 
When,  amidst  earth's  closing  thunders, 

Saints  shall  stand  before  the  throne! 
Oh!  to  enter  that  bright  portal, 

See  that  glowing  hrmament. 
Know,  with  Thee,  O  God  immortal, 
"Jesus  Christ,  Whom  Thou  hast  sent!' 


121  S7 

HARK !  ten  thousand  voices  sounding 
Far  and  wide  throughout  the  sky; 
'Tis  the  voice  of  joy  abounding, 
Jesus  lives,  no  more  to  die! 
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2  Jesus  lives,  His  conflict  over, 
Lives  to  claim  His  great  reward; 
Angels  round  the  victor  hover. 
Crowding  to  behold  their  Lord. 

3  Yonder  throne  for  Him  erected 
Now  becomes  the  victor's  seat; 
Lo,  the  Man  on  earth  rejected. 
Angels  worship  at  His  feet! 

4  All  the  powers  of  heaven  adore  Him, 
All  obey  His  sovereign  word; 

Day  and  night  thev  crv  before  Him, 
"H()ly,  Holy,  Holy'Lord!" 

Also  the  following: 

249  On  the  resurrection  morning. 

:3()7  To  Him,  Who  for  our  sins  was  slain. 

:3()8  Jesus,   our  risen  King. 

:3()9  Alleluia!  sing  to  Jesus. 

444  Come,  let  us  sing  the  song  of  songs. 

445  All  hail  the  power  of  Jesus'  Name. 
440  O  God  of  God!  O  Light  of  Light! 
451  Rejoice,  the  Lord  is  King. 


ASCENSIONTIDE. 
122  8.7 

SEE  the  conqueror  mounts  in  triumph; 
See  the  King  in  royal  state. 
Riding  on  the  clouds  His  chariot 

To  His  heavenly  palace  gate! 
Hark !  the  choirs  of  angel  voices 

Joyful  alleluias  sing. 
And  the  portals  high  are  lifted 
To  receive  their  heavenly  King. 

2  Who  is  this  that  comes  in  glory, 

With  the  trump  of  jubilee  ? 
Lord  of  battles,  God  of  armies. 

He  hath  gained  the  victory! 
He  AVho  on  the  cross  did  suffer. 

He  Who  from  the  grave  arose. 
He  has  vanquished  sin  and  Satan; 

He  by  death  has  spoiled  His  foes. 

3  While  He  raised  His  hands  in  blessing. 

He  was  parted  from  His  friends; 
While  their  eager  eyes  behold  Him, 

He  upon  the  clouds  ascends; 
He  Who  walked  with  God  and  pleased  Him, 

Preaching  truth  and  doom  to  come, 
He,  our  Enoch,  is  translated. 

To  His  everlasting  home. 


THE   ClIKl^TIAX   YEAK— ASCENSlOXTiDE. 


Now  our  iK'avc'iily  Aaron  enters. 

Willi  His  l>loo(i,  within  the  veil; 
Joshua  now  is  come  to  ("anaan. 

And  the  kinus  before  Him  (luail; 
Now  He  i»lants  the  tribes  of  Israel 

In  their  i)roniise(l  restinji-place; 
Now  our  <;reat  Elijali  otters 

Double  i)ortion  of  His  jiiace. 

Thou  liast  raised  our  luiman  nature 

On  tlie  clouds  to  God's  riuht  hand: 
There  we  sit  in  lieavenly  i)laees. 

There  with  Thee  in  ^lorv  stand. 
Jesus  rei<ins,  adored  by  anuels: 

Man  with  God  is  on  the  throne; 
Miuiity  Lord,  in  Thine  Ascension, 

We  by  faith  behold  our  own. 


123 


<S. 


HAIL  the  day  that  sees  Him  rise 
To  His  throne  above  the  skies; 
Christ,  the  Lamb  for  sinners  <iiven, 
Enters  now  the  highest  heavcMi. 

Alleluia! 

2  There  for  Him  lii^h  triumi>h  waits; 
Lilt  your  lieads,  eternal  gates: 
He  liath  concjuered  death  and  sin; 
Take  the  King  of  glorv  in. 

Alleluia : 

S  Lo!  the  heaven  its  Lord  receives, 
Yet  He  loves  the  earth  He  leaves; 
Though  returning  to  His  throne, 
.Still  He  calls  mankind  His  own. 

Alleluia! 

4  See!  He  lifts  His  hands  al)ove; 
See!   He  shews  the  i)rints  of  love; 
Hark!   II is  giacious  ]\\)s  bestow 
Blessings  on  His  clnuch  below. 

Alleluia! 

r>  Siill  for  us  He  intercedes, 

His  picvailing  death  He  ])l(;a<ls. 
Near  Himself  ]»rei)arcs  our  i>lace. 
He  the  lirst-fruits  of  our  race. 

Alleluia: 

C  Lord,  though  ])arted  from  our  sight 
Far  above  the  starry  height, 
(irant  our  hearts  may  thither  ris(  . 
Seeking  Thee  above  the  skies. 

Alleluia! 

'I'Ih-  Alleluia  may  be  sung  at  the  end  of  each  line  il 
desired. 

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124  c.  M. 

rpiIE  eternal  gates  lift  up  their  heads, 
J_      The  doors  are  oi)ened  wide: 
The  Kiny;  of  glory  is  gone  uj) 
Unto  His  Father" s  side. 

2  Thou  art  gone  in  l)efore  us,  Lord, 

Thou  hast  i)repared  a  i)lace. 
That  we  may  be  where  now  Thou  art. 
And  look  upon  Thy  face. 

3  And  ever  on  Thine  earthly  path 

A  gleam  of  glory  lies; 
A  light  still  breaks  behind  the  clouds 
Tluit  veil  Thee  from  our  eyes. 

4  Lift  up  our  thoughts,  lift  \\\)  our  songs, 

And  let  Thy  grace  be  given, 
That  while  we  linger  yet  below. 
Our  hearts  may  be  in  heaven; 

.')  That  where  Thou  art  at  God's  right  hand, 
Our  hoi)e,  our  love  may  be: 
Dwell  in  us  now,  that  we  may  dwell 
For  evermore  with  Thee. 


1125  8. 

CUIRIST  our  King  to  heaven  ascendeth, 
/     Past  the  blue  sky's  utmost  bound; 
Christ  our  King  to  heaven  ascendeth. 
Clouds  of  angels  close  Him  round. 
Alleluia,  alleluia, 

Alleluia  loud  they  cry: 
Christ  our  King  to  heaven  ascendeth, 
Glory  be  to  God  on  high! 

2  Our  High-Priest  to  heaven  ascendeth, 

Lo!  the  Lamb,  as  it  were  slain! 
Our  High-Priest  to  heaven  ascendeth, 

On  (iod's  throne  He  lives  again: 
Pleads  His  sacrifice  of  wonder. 

Claims  the  fruit  of  all  His  \y,\'u\: 
Our  High-Priest  to  heaven  ascendeth. 

Peace  on  earth,  good-will  tt)  men! 

:'>  Christ  our  Lord  to  heaven  ascendeth, 

Cloven  tongues  (jf  li)-e  ai>]>ear. 
Christ  our  Loid  to  heaven  ascendeth, 

Lo!  the  rushing  wind  is  here! 
Miuhty  armies  forth  with  banners 

( 'ontjucring  and  to  conciucr  go: 
Christ  our  Lord  to  heaven  ascendeth, 

He  shall  reign  o'er  all  below. 


THE    CIIKLSTIAX   YEAli— WIIITSUXTIDE. 


Christ  now  reijj^ns,  the  Kiiiii'  of  glory, 

All  His  foes  before  Him  fall: 
Christ  now  rei.iiiis,  the  King-  of  glory, 

He  shall  triumph  over  all. 
King  of  kings  shall  men  heliokl  Him, 

Lord  of  lords  for  evermore: 
Christ  now  reigns,  the  King  of  glorj', 

Bow  before  llini,  and  ailorel 


126 


L.  .AI. 

O. SAVIOUR,  Who  for  man  hast  trod 
The  winepress  of  the  wrath  of  God, 
Ascend,  and  claim  again  on  higii 
Thy  glory,  left  for  us  to  die. 

2  A  radiant  cloud  is  now  Thy  seat, 

And  earth  lies  stretched  beneath  Thy  feet; 
Ten  thousand  thousands  round  Thee  sing. 
And  share  the  triumph  of  their  King. 

3  Tlie  angel-host  enraptured  waits: 

"  Lift  up  your  heads,  eternal  gates  I" 
O  God  and  Man!  the  Father  s  throne 
Is  now  for  evermore  Thine  own. 

4  Our  great  High  Priest  and  Shepherd,  Thou 
Within  the  veil  art  entered  now. 

To  otfer  there  Thy  precious  blood 
Once  poured  on  earth,  a  cleansing  flood. 


4  AVlio  is  tlie  King  of  glory,  who? 

The  Lord  that  all  His  foes  o'ercamc. 
The  world,  sin,  death,  and  hell  o'ertlncw; 
j  And  Jesus  is  the  Coniiuerors  naiuc 

5  Lo!  His  triumphal  chariot  waits, 

And  angels  chant  the  solemn  lay: 
j   "Lift  up  your  lieads,  ye  heavenly  gates." 
I  Ye  everlasting  doors,  give  way. 

()  Who  is  the  King  of  glory,  who? 

The  Lord,  of  boundless  power  possessed, 
The  King  of  saints  and  angels  too. 
God  over  all,  for  ever  blesse<l. 


xllso  the  following: 

368  Jesus,  our  risen  King. 

371  Triumphant  Lord,  Thy  work  is  done. 

372  Christ,  above  all  glory  seated. 

373  The  head  that   once  was   crowned   with 

thorns. 

374  Thou  art  gone  up  on  high. 

375  Crown  Him  with  many  crowns. 
445  All  hail  the  power  of  Jesus"  name. 
451  Rejoice,  the  Lord  is  King. 

5:36  Golden  harps  are  sounding. 


5  And  thence  the  Church,  Thy  chosen  bride,    I 

With  countless  gifts  of  grace  supplied.  "i  ^^o 

Through  all  her  members  draws  from  Thee    -^-^O 
Her  hidden  life  of  sanctitv. 


WHITSUXTIDE. 


6.5. 


6  O  Christ  our  Lord,  of  Thy  dear  care 
Thy  lowly  members  heaven-ward  bear; 
Be  ours  with  Thee  to  suffer  pain, 
With  Thee  for  evermore  to  reign. 

127  L.M. 

OUR  Lord  is  risen  from  the  dead; 
Our  Jesus  is  gone  up  on  high; 
The  powders  of  hell  are  captive  led. 
Dragged  to  the  portals  of  the  sky. 

2  There  His  triumphal  chariot  waits, 

And  angels  chant  the  solemn  lay: 
"Lift  up  your  heads,  ye  heavenly  gates," 
Ye  everlasting  doors,  give  way. 

3  Loose  all  your  bars  of  massy  light, 

And  wide  unfold  the  radiant  scene; 
He  claims  those  mansions  as  His  riglit; 
Receive  the  King  of  glory  in. 
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HEAR  us,  Thou  that  broodest 
O'er  the  watery  deep, 
Waking  all  creation 

From  its  primal  sleep; 
Holy  Spirit,  breathing 
Breath  of  life  divine, 
Breathe  into  our  spirits, 
Blending  them  with  Thine. 
Light  and  Life  immortal  I 

Hear  us  as  we  raise 
Hearts,  as  well  as  voices. 
Mingling  prayer  and  praise. 

When  the  sun  ariseth 

In  a  cloudless  sky, 
May  we  feel  Thy  presence. 

Holy  Spirit,  nigh; 
Shed  Thy  radiance  o'er  us, 

Keep  it  cloudless  still. 
Through  the  day  before  us, 

Perfecting  Thy  will. 

Light  and  Life  immortal  I  etc. 


THE   CTIKISTIAX    YEAIt— WHITSUNTIDE. 


;}  Wlu'ii  the  ti«ilit  is  fiercest 
In  the  nountide  heat, 
Dear  us.  Holy  Spirit, 

To  our  Saviour's  tt'et; 
There  to  tind  a  refuue 

Till  our  work  is  done, 

There  to  liirht  the  battle. 

Till  the  i»attle"s  won. 

Light  and  Life  immortal  I  etc. 

4  U  the  day  be  falling 
Sadly  as  it  goes, 
Slowly  in  its  sadness 

Sinking  to  its  close,   * 
May  Thy  love  in  mercy 

Kindling,  ere  it  die. 
Cast  a  ray  of  glory 
O'er  our  evening  sky. 

Light  and  Life  immortal!  etc. 

o  Morning,  noon,  and  evening, 
Whensoe'er  it  be. 
Grant  us,  gracious  Spirit, 

Quickening  life  in  Thee; 
Life,  that  gives  us,  living, 

Life  of  heavenly  love. 
Life,  that  brings  us,  dying, 
Life  from  heaven  above. 
Light  and  Life  immortal! 

Hear  us  as  we  raise 
Hearts,  as  well  as  voices. 
Mingling  prayer  and  praise. 

This  hymn  may  be  sun?,  with  or  without  the  refrain, 
as  a  Processional  or  not,  as  desired. 


129 


8.8.G. 


0  To  Thee,  our  teacher  and  our  friend. 
Our  faithful  leader  to  the  end, 
Sing  we  Alleluia! 

7  To  Thee,  by  .Jesus  Christ  sent  down, 
Of  all  His  gifts  the  sum  and  crown, 

Sing  we  Alleluia! 

8  To  Thee,  Who  art  with  (iod  the  Son, 
And  (xod  the  Father  ever  One, 

Sinj;  we  Alleluia! 


130 


<  .O. 


rpO  Thee,  O  Comforter  divine, 


For  all  Thy  grace  and  i)ower  benign, 
Si  nil-  we  Alleluia! 


■2  To  Thee,  AVhose  faithful  love  had  place 
In  (iod's  great  covenant  of  grace. 
Sing  we  Alleluia! 

;;  To  Thee,  Whose  faithful  voice  doth  win 
The  wandering  from  the  ways  of  sin. 
Sing  we  Alleluia! 

4  To  Thee,  Whose  faitliful  power  doth  heal. 
Enlighten,  sanctify,  an<l  seal. 
Sing  we  Alleluia! 

.">  To  Thee,  ^Vhose  faithful  truth  is  shown 
IJy  cxcry  ])i'oinise  ukmU"  our  own, 
Sinu"  we  Alleluia ! 


CiOME  to  our  poor  nature's  night 
J     With  'J'hy  blessed  inward  light, 
Holy  Ohost  the  inlinite, 

Comforter  divine. 

2  We  are  sinful,  cleanse  us,  Lord, 
Sick  and  faint.  Thy  strength  afford, 
Lost,  until  by  Thee  restored. 

Comforter  divine. 

3  Orphan  are  our  souls  and  poor, 
(rive  us  from  Thy  heavenly  store 
Faith,  love,  joy  for  evermore. 

Comforter  divine. 

4  Like  the  dew  Thy  peace  distil: 
(iuide,  subdue  our  wayward  will. 
Things  of  Christ  unfolding  still. 

Comforter  divine. 

5  ( Jentle,  awful,  holy  guest, 
Make  Thy  temple  in  each  breast; 
There  Thy  presence  be  confessed. 

Comforter  divine. 

()  With  us,  for  us,  intercede. 

And  with  voiceless  groanings  plead 
Our  unutterable  need. 

Comforter  divine. 

7  In  us,  "Abba,  Father,"  cry; 
Earnest  of  the  bliss  on  high, 
Seal  of  immortality, 

Comforter  divine. 

8  Search  for  us  the  depths  of  God! 
rpwards,  by  the  starry  road, 
licar  us  to  Thy  high  abode, 

C(Mnforter  divine. 


THE  CIIItlSTIAN    VEAU— TiaNITY    SUNUAV, 


131  L.  M. 

^riKIT  of  mercy,  truth,  and  love, 

O     Oh,  slied  Thine  intinence  from  above; 

And  still  from  age  to  a.ue  convey 

The  wonders  of  this  sacred  (hiy. 

2  In  every  clime,  by  every  tongue, 
Be  God's  surpassing  glory  sung: 
Let  all  the  listening  earth  be  taught 
The  deeds  our  great  Eedeemer  wrought. 

3  Unfailing  Comfort,  heavenly  guide, 
Still  o'er  Thy  holy  Church  jireside; 
Still  let  mankind  Thy  blessings  prove; 
Spirit  of  mercy,  truth,  and  love. 

Also  the  following: 

203  Come,  Holy  Ghost,  our  souls  inspire. 

370  Our  blest  Redeemer,  ere  He  breathed. 

377  Come,  Holy  Si)irit,  come. 

378  Come,  Thou  Holy  Spirit,  come. 

37*.)  Come,  gracious  Spirit,  heavenly  Dove. 

380  Come,  Holy  Ghost,  Creator  blest. 

381  Creator  Spirit,  by  Whose  aid. 

382  Spirit  divine,  attend  our  prayers. 
.514  Holy  Spirit,  heavenly  Dove. 


132  TRIXITY   SUXDAY.  ^  ^j 

r\  HOLY.  Holy,  Holy  Lord, 

V^     Bright  in  Thy  deeds  and  in  Thy  Xame, 

Forever  be  Thy  Name  adored. 

Thy  glories  let  the  world  proclaim. 

2  O  Jesus,  Lamb  once  crucified 

To  take  our  load  of  sins  away. 
Thine  be  the  hymn  that  rolls  its  tide 
Along  the  realms  of  upper  day. 

3  O  Holy  Spirit  from  above. 

In  streams  of  light  and  glory  given. 
Thou  source  of  ecstacy  and  love, 
Thy  praises  ring  through  earth  and  heaven. 

4  O  God  Triune,  to  Thee  we  owe 

Our  every  thought,  our  every  song; 
And  ever  may  Thy  praises  tiow 

From  saint  and  seraph's  burning  tongue. 


133 


8s 


OGOD  of  life,  "Whose  power  benign 
Doth  o'er  the  world  in  mercy  shine. 
Accept  our  praise,  for  we  are  Thine. 
43 


2  O  F'ather,  uncreated  Lord, 

Be  Thou  in  every  land  adored, 

Be  TIkju  by  all  with  faith  imi)lorcd. 

3  O  Son  of  (iod,  for  sinners  slain, 

We  bless  Thee,  Lord,  Whose  dying  pain 
F^or  us  did  endless  life  regain. 

4  O  Holy  Ghost,  Whose  guardian  care 
Doth  us  for  heavenly  joys  jirei^are, 
May  we  in  Thy  communion  share. 

5  O  Holy,  Blessed  Trinity, 

With  faith  we  sinners  bow  to  Thee; 
In  us,  O  God,  exalted  be. 


134  L.M. 

FATHER  of  all.  Whose  love  profound 
A  ransom  for  our  souls  hath  found, 
Before  Thy  throne  we  sinners  bend: 
To  us  Thy  pardoning  love  extend. 

2  Almighty  Son,  incarnate  Word, 

Our  Prophet,  Priest,  Redeemer,  Lord, 
Before  Thy  throne  we  sinners  bend; 
To  us  Thy  saving  grace  extend. 

3  Eternal  Spirit,  by  Whose  breath 

The  soul  is  raised  from  sin  and  death. 
Before  Thy  throne  we  sinners  bend; 
To  us  Thy  quickening  power  extend. 

4  .Jehovah,  Father,  Spirit,  Son! 
Mysterious  Godhead,  Three  in  One! 
Before  Thy  throne  we  sinners  bend; 
Grace,  pardon,  life,  to  us  extend. 


135  7.8.7.8.7.7. 

HARK!  the  loud  celestial  hymn, 
Angel  choirs  above  are  raising: 
Cherubim  and  seraphim 

In  unceasing  chorus  praising. 
Fill  the  heavens  with  sweet  accord ; 
Holy,  Holy,  Holy  Lord ! 

2  Lo!  the  apostolic  train 

Join  Thy  sacred  Name  to  hallow ! 
Prophets  swell  the  loud  refrain, 

And  the  white-robed  martyrs  follow ; 
And  from  morn  to  set  of  sun, 


OTHER    FEASTS    AND    FASTS. 


0  Holy  Father,  Holy  Son, 

Holy  Si>iiit,  Three  we  name  Thee; 
"While  in  essence  only  One. 

Undivided  God,  we  claim  Tjiee; 
And,  adoring"  hend  the  knee, 
While  we  own  the  mystery. 

4  Spare  Thy  i)eoi)le.  Lord,  we  pray, 
By  a  thousand  snares  surrounded: 

Keep  us  without  sin  to-day. 
Never  let  us  be  confounded. 

Lol  I  put  my  trust  in  Thee; 
Never,  Lord,  abandon  me. 

136  8.7.8.7.8.8.7. 

SOUND  aloud  Jehovah's  praises. 
Tell  abroad  the  awful  Name; 
Heaven  the  ceaseless  anthem  raises, 

Let  the  earth  her  God  proclaim: 
God,  the  hope  of  every  nation, 
God,  the  source  of  consolation, 
Holy,  blessed  Trinity! 

2  This  the  Name  from  ancient  ages 

Hidden  in  its  dazzling  light; 
This  the  Name  that  kings  and  sages 

Prayed  and  strove  to  know  aright. 
Through  God's  wondrous  Incarnation 
Now  revealed  the  world's  salvation, 

Ever  blessed  Trinity  I 

3  Into  this  great  Name  and  holy, 

We  all  tribes  and  tongues  baptize; 
Thus  the  Highest  owns  the  lowly, 

Homeward,  heavenward,  bids  them  rise; 
Gathers  them  from  every  nation. 
Bids  them  join  in  adoration 

Of  the  blessed  Trinity! 

4  In  this  Name  the  heart  rejoices. 

Pouring  forth  its  sacred  prayer: 
In  this  Name  we  lift  our  voices. 

And  our  common  faith  declare; 
Offering  humble  supi)lication. 
Thanks,  and  i)raise,  and  veneration 

To  the  blessed  Trinity! 

Also  the  following: 

383  Holy,  Holy,  Holy,  Lord  God  almighty. 

384  (iod  my  Father,  hear  me  pray. 
3H,->  ib.ly,  iloly,  Holy  L.M'd. 

?,m  Holy  Fatiier,  great  Creator. 
38H  Come  Thou  almighty  King. 
380  Three  in  One,  and  C)ne  in  Three. 
.537  (ireat  Creator,  Lord  of  all. 
008  Glory  be  to  (iod  the  Father. 
44 


(!5tl)er  iFrasts  anli  jFasts, 


137 


ST.    ANDREW 


8.7. 


J 


ESUS  calls  us;  o'er  the  tumult 
Of  our  life's  wild,  restless  sea. 


Day  by  day  His  sweet  voice  soundeth. 
Saying,  "Christian,  follow  Me;'' 

2  As  of  old.  Saint  Andrew  heard  it 

By  the  Galilean  lake. 
Turned  from  home,  and  toil,  and  kindred, 
Leaving  all  for  His  dear  sake. 

3  Jesus  calls  us  from  the  worship 

Of  the  vain  world's  golden  store; 
From  each  idol  that  would  keep  us, 


Saying 


Christian,  love  Me  more.' 


4  In  our  joys  and  in  our  sorrows, 
Days  of  toil  and  hours  of  ease, 
Still  He  calls,  in  cares  and  pleasures, 
"That  we  love  Him  more  than  these.' 

6  Jesus  calls  us;  by  Thy  mercies, 
Saviour,  make  us  hear  Thy  call. 
Give  our  hearts  to  Thine  obedience, 
Serve  and  love  Thee  best  of  all. 


138 


ST.    THOMAS. 

C.  M. 

Who  didst  with  love  untold. 


OTHOl 
Thy  doubting  servant  chide, 
And  bad'st  the  eye  of  sense  behold 
Thy  wounded  liands  and  side; 


2  Grant  us,  like  him,  with  heartfelt  awe, 

To  own  Thee  God  and  Lord, 
And  from  this  hour  of  darkness  draw 
A  fuller  faith's  reward. 

3  And  while  that  wondrous  record  now 

Of  unbelief  we  hear, 
Oh,  let  us  <»nly  lowlier  bow 
In  self-distrusting  fear; 

4  And  pray  that  we  may  never  dare 

Thy  loving  heart  to  grieve; 
But  at  the  last  their  blessing  share 
Who  !jee  not,  yet  believe! 

Also  the  following: 
424  We  walk  by  faith  and  not  by  sight. 


OTHER    FEAJSTS    AND    FASTS. 


ST.    STEPIIEX. 

139  7s. 

JESUS,  Lord,  Tliy  i)raise  ^ve  sino-, 
Thou  the  martyr's  Crown  and  King, 
Who  dost  raise  above  the  skies 
All  who  earth  and  sin  despise: 
Hear  us  now,  and  as  we  tell 
How  Thy  martyr  Stephen  fell, 
(rrant  the  prayer  Thy  servants  pray, 
Wash  our  stain  of  guilt  away. 

2  'Twas  Thy  Spirit  from  above 

Filled  his  heart  with  strength  and  love: 
First  to  own  his  Lord  in  death, 
First  to  gain  the  crown  of  faith; 
Gazing  upward  to  the  skies, 
With  his  parting  breath  he  cries, 
Jesus,  Lord,  my  soul  receive, 
Jesus,  Lord,  my  foes  forgive. 

3  Lord,  for  him  Thy  Xame  we  bless. 
Grant  to  us  like  holiness; 

May  we  ever  live  to  Thee, 
And  in  death  have  victory: 
Then  through  ages  all  along. 
This  shall  be  our  endless  song, 
Praise  the  Father  and  the  Son, 
And  the  Spirit,  Three  in  One. 

140  L.  M. 

OSOX  of  Man,  Thyself  once  crossed 
By  every  suffering  here  below, 
Who  taught' St  Thy  noble  martyr-host 
To  follow  in  Thy  path  of  woe: 

2  O  Son  of  God,  whose  glory  cast 

Its  light  upon  Thy  champion  s  face. 
Revealing  to  his  eyes  at  last 

The  marvels  of  the  holiest  place : 

3  Be  ours  the  faith  that  sees  Thee  stand 

Beside  the  throne  of  God  on  high, 
To  succor  with  Thy  strong  right  hand 
Thy  soldiers  when  to  Thee  they  cry. 

4  Be  ours  the  hope,  resigned  and  meek. 

That  trusts  the  spirit  to  Thy  care, 
That  longs  Thy  face  in  heaven  to  seek, 
And  dwell  with  Thee  in  glory  there. 

5  Be  ours  the  love,  divine  and  free, 

Which  asks  forgiveness  for  our  foes; 
Which  draws,  in  life,  its  life  from  Thee, 
And,  dying,  finds  in  Thee  repose. 
45 


ST.    JOHX   THE    EVAXGELIST 


141 


CM. 


rpHE  life,  which  God's  incarnate  Word 
J_      Lived  here  below  with  men, 
Three  l)lest  Evangelists  record 
With  heaven-inspired  pen: 

2  John  soars  on  high,  beyond  the  three, 
To  God  the  Father's  throne: 
And  shews  in  what  deep  mystery 
The  Word  with  God  is  C)ne. 

:]  L'pon  the  Saviours  loving  breast 
Invited  to  recline, 
'Twas  thence  he  drew,  in  moments  blest, 
Rich  stores  of  truth  divine: 


4  And  thence  did  that  angelic  love 

His  inmost  spirit  till, 
Which,  once  enkindled  from  above. 
Breathes  in  his  pages  still. 

5  Jesu,  the  Virgin's  holy  Son, 

We  praise  Thee  and  adore. 
Who  art  with  God  the  Father  One 
And  Spirit  evermore. 


142 


L.  M. 


OTHOU,  Who  gav'st  Thy  servant  grace 
On  Thee  the  living  Rock  to  rest. 
To  look  on  Thine  unveiled  face. 
And  lean  on  Thy  protecting  breast; 

2  Grant  us,  O  King  of  mercy,  still 

To  feel  Thy  presence  from  above, 
And  in  Thy  word  and  in  Thy  will 

To  hear  Thy  voice  and  know  Thy  love; 

3  And  when  the  toils  of  life  are  done. 

And  nature  waits  Thy  just  decree. 
To  find  our  rest  beneath  Thy  throne. 
And  look  in  certain  hope  to  Thee. 

4  To  Thee,  O  Jesus,  Light  of  Light, 

Whom  as  their  King  the  saints  adore. 
Thou  strength  and  refuge  in  the  fight. 
Be  laud  and  glory  evermore. 


143 


THE  HOLY  INNOCENTS. 


iS. 


LORD,  to  Thee  glad  songs  of  praise 
For  Thine  Lmocents  we  raise, 
Firstlings  of  Thy  martyr  banil, 
Slain  by  Herod's  cruel  hand. 


OTIIEU    FEA.ST.S    AND    FASTS. 


2  First  to  follow  Theo,  the  Lamb, 
'riiuiiiphiiij::  with  crown  and  i)alni, 
Death  shall  never  toneh  them  more, 
Pain  and  grief  for  them  are  o'er. 

o  Infant  martyrs  round  Thy  throne, 
Thou  dost  keep  them  for  Thine  own: 
Thy  blest  steps  they  follow  still, 
Praise  Thy  Name,  and  work  Thy  wil 

4  With  their  anthems,  Lord,  we  sing 
"(ilory  to  the  new-born  King, 
(rlory  to  the  Father,  Son, 
Holy  Spirit,  Three  in  One."' 


3  To-day  the  Xante  is  Thine, 

At  which  we  bend  the  knee; 
They  call  Thee  Jesus,  Child  divine! 
Our  Jesus  deign  to  be. 


146 


144 


S.M. 


Gi  LOUY  to  Thee,  O  Lord, 
r     Who,  from  this  world  of  sin, 
By  cruel  Herod's  ruthless  sword 
Those  precious  ones  didst  win. 

2  Baptized  in  their  own  blood. 
Earth's  untried  perils  o'er, 
They  passed  unconsciously  the  flood. 
And  safely  gained  the  sliore. 

:]  Glory  to  Thee  for  all 

The  ransometl  infant  band. 
Who  since  that  hour  have  lieard  Thy  call, 
.Vnd  reached  the  quiet  land. 

4  Oh,  that  our  hearts  within. 

Like  theirs,  were  pure  and  bright; 
Oh,  that  as  free  from  deeds  of  sin 
We  shrank  not  from  Thy  sight. 

5  Lord,  help  us  every  hour 

Thy  cleansing  grace  to  claim; 
In  life  to  glorify  Thy  i)ower. 
In  death  to  praise  Thy  Name. 


145 


THE   CirtCUMCTSlON. 


S.M. 


T 


piIE  ancient  law  departs 
And  all  its  terrors  cease; 
For  Jesus  makes  with  faitliful  hcart> 
A  covenant  of  i)ea(('. 


JESUS!  Name  of  wondrous- 
Name  all  other  names  al 


love 
above  I 

Unto  which  must  every  knee 
Bow  in  deep  humility. 


2  Jesus!  Name  decreed  of  old: 
To  the  maiden  mother  told, 
Kneeling  in  her  lowly  cell, 
By  the  angel  Gabriel. 

3  Jesus!  Name  of  priceless  worth 
To  the  fallen  sons  of  earth. 
For  the  promise  that  it  gave, 

"Jesus  shall  His  people  save." 

4  Jesus!  Name  of  mercy  mild, 
(iiven  to  the  holy  Child, 
When  tiie  cup  of  human  woe 
First  He  tasted  here  below. 

5  Jesus!  only  Name  that's  given 
Under  all  the  mighty  heaven. 
Whereby  man,  to  sin  enslaved, 
Bursts  his  fetters,  and  is  saved. 

G  Jesus!  Name  of  wondrous  love! 
Human  Name  of  God  above; 
Pleading  only  this  we  flee, 
Helpless,  O  our  God,  to  Thee. 

.Vlso  the  following: 

325  To  the  Name  of  our  salvation. 
320  Con(iuering  kings  their  titles  t 


ike. 


The  Light  of  Light  divine. 
True  brightness  undeflled, 

He  bears  for  us  the  shame;  of 
A  holy,  spotless  child. 
40 


sill. 


THE   CONVEllSION   OF   ST.    PAUL. 

147  7 

WE  sing  the  glorious  coiKjucst 
Ik'fori'  Damascus  gate. 
When  Saul,  the  Church's  spoiler, 

Came  breathing  threats  and  hate; 
The  ravening  wolf  rushed  forward 

Full  early  to  the  i)rey; 
But  lo!  the  Shepherd  met  him, 
And  bound  him  fast  to-day. 


OTIIEIt    FEASTS    AND    FASTS. 


148 


Oil,  <il<)ry  most  excelling 

That  smote  across  his  i)ath ! 
Oh,  light  that  pierced  an«l  blinded 

The  zealot  in  his  ^vrathI 
Oh,  voice  that  s})ake  Avithin  him 

The  calm  reproving  word  I 
Oh,  love  that  sought  and  held  him 

The  bondman  of  his  Lord! 

O  Wisdom,  ordering  all  things 

In  order  strong  and  sweet, 
What  nobler  spoil  was  ever 

Cast  at  the  Victor's  feet  ? 
"What  wiser  master-builder 

E'er  wrought  at  Thine  employ 
Than  he,  till  now  so  furious 

Thy  building  to  destroy  ? 

Lord,  teach  Thy  Church  the  lesson, 

Still  in  her  darkest  hour 
Of  weakness  and  of  danger, 

To  trust  Thy  hidden  powder: 
Thy  grace  l)y  ways  mysterious 

The  wrath  of  man  can  bind, 
And  in  Thy  boldest  foemau 

Thy  chosen  saint  can  tind. 

THE   PURIFICATIOX. 


149 


G.G.O.G.S.S. 


IX  His  temple  now  behold  Him; 
See  the  long-expected  Lord  I 
Ancient  prophets  had  foretold  Him; 

God  hath  now  fulfilled  His  word. 
Xow  to  praise  Him,  His  redeemed 
Shall  break  forth  with  one  accord. 

In  the  arms  of  her  who  bore  Him, 
Virgin  pure,  behold  Him  lie, 

While  His  aged  saints  adore  Him, 
Ere  in  perfect  faith  thev  die: 

Alleluia!  Alleluia! 

Lo,  the  incarnate  God  most  high ! 

Jesus,  by  Thy  Presentation, 

Thou,  Who  didst  for  us  endure, 

Make  us  see  Thy  great  salvation. 
Seal  us  with  Thy  promise  sure; 

And  present  us  in  Thy  glory 

To  Thy  Father  cleansed  and  pure. 

Prince  and  author  of  salvation, 
Be  Thy  boundless  love  our  theme! 

Jesus,  praise  to  Thee  be  given 
By  the  world  Thou  didst  redeem, 

Witii  the  Father  and  the  Spirit, 
Lord  of  majesty  supreme! 
47 


E 


EJOICE  ye  sons  of  men! 

Your  brightest  praises  yield! 
The  everlasting  Son 
See  in  the  flesh  revealed! 
The  world's  liedeemer  comes  to-day 
His  own  redemption's  price  to  pay! 

Lo!  Simeon's  saintly  arms 

The  holy  burden  bear; 

He  sees  with  ra})tured  eye 

His  true  salvation  there. 
The  weary  waiting  now  is  past: 
The  long-expected  comes  at  last. 

The  aged  saint's  embrace 
The  blessed  mother  saw, 
And  on  his  words  so  strange 
She  mused  with  silent  awe. 

What  conflict  for  her  child  is  stored  ? 

And  what  for  her  this  piercing  sword  ? 

O  Saviour,  in  Thy  courts 

AVe  all  our  sins  confess: 

But  Thou  didst  once  for  us 

Fulfil  all  righteousness. 
Impure,  unclean,  oh,  may  we  he 
Presented  pure  and  clean  in  Thee! 

And  when,  O  God  made  Man, 

Upon  our  waiting  eye, 

In  glorious  might  revealed, 

Salvation  drawetli  nigh ; 
In  that  great  day  Thy  servants  bless, 
And  be  ''the  Lord  our  Kiuliteousness'* 


150 


S.  M. 


BEHOLD  a  humble  train 
The  courts  of  God  draw  near; 
A  virgin  mother  and  her  babe 
Before  the  Lord  appear. 

2  O  wondrous,  blessed  sight! 

To  faithful  eyes  made  known. 

That  lowly  babe  —  the  mighty  God, 

The  Prince  of  Peace,  they  own. 

3  And  now  this  temple  shines 

With  glory  far  more  bright 
Than  e'er  the  former  temjile  saw. 
E'en  at  its  greatest  lieiuht. 


OTHEU    P^EASTS    AND    FA.STS. 


4  The  cliuul  indeed  Avas  there, 
The  syinlud  ttf  the  Lord  ; 
But  here  the  Lord  Himself  appears, 
The  true,  iucaruate  Word. 


5  Blest  Saviour,  come  once  more 
With  i)o\ver  and  <iTace  divine; 
Our  hearts  Thy  living-  temi)les  make, 
Whollv  and  ever  Thine. 


151 


Gs. 


HAIL  to  the  Lord  Who  comes. 
Comes  to  His  temple  gate; 
Not  with  His  anji;el  host, 
Not  in  His  kinuly  state; 
No  shouts  proclaim  Him  nigh. 
No  crowds  His  cominy:  wait. 


2  But,  borne  upon  the  shrine 
Of  Mary's  gentle  breast. 
Watched  by  her  duteous  love, 
In  her  fond  arms  at  rest: 
Thus  to  His  Father's  house 
He  comes,  the  heavenly  guest. 

3  Hail  to  the  great  First-born 
Whose  ransom-price  they  pay! 
The  S(»n,  before  all  worlds; 
The  Child  of  man,  to-day; 
That  He  might  ransom  us 
Who  still  in  bondage  lay. 

4  O  Light  of  all  the  earth. 
Thy  children  wait  for  Thee! 
Come  to  Thy  temjjles  here. 
That  we,  from  sin  set  free, 
Before  Thy  Father's  face 
May  all  presented  be! 


152 


ST.    MATTHIAS. 


7.G. 


i>BAISE  to  the  heavenly  Wisdom 
Who  knows  the  hearts  of  all  — 
The  saintly  life's  l)eginnings, 

The  traitor's  secret  fall; 
Our  own  ascended  blaster. 

Who  heard  His  Church's  cry, 
Made  known  His  guiding  )»resence. 
And  vnh'A  her  fnnn  on  high. 
48 


2  Elect  in  His  foreknowledge, 

To  fill  the  lost  one's  place; 
He  formed  His  chosen  vessel 

By  hidden  gifts  of  grace; 
Then,  by  the  lot's  disposing, 

He  lifted  up  the  poor. 
And  set  him  with  the  Princes 

On  high  for  evermore. 

3  Still  guide  Thy  Church,  chief  Shepherd, 

Her  losses  still  renew; 
Be  Thy  dread  keys  entrusted 

To  faithful  hands  and  true; 
Ai)ostles  of  Thy  choosing 

May  all  her  rulers  be. 
That  each  with  joy  may  render 

His  last  account  to  Thee! 


THE   ANNUNCIATION. 

153  8- 

THE  angel  sped  on  wings  of  light, 
AVith  wondrous  tidings  laden; 
He  came  from  heaven's  unclouded  height 
To  greet  a  lowly  maiden. 


2  For  God  upon  her  low  estate 

Had  looked  with  royal  favor; 

And  all  earth's  kindreds  celebrate 

The  mighty  gift  He  gave  her. 

3  Oh,  awful  bliss!  that  from  her  womb 

Should  si)ring  the  I'ncreated, 
The  great  and  holy  One,  for  Whom 
The  world  so  long  had  waited. 


4  O  S(m  divine!  we  fain  would  trace 
Thy  mother's  steps  so  lowly. 
Her  joys  and  woes,  her  saintly  grace, 
Her  life  so  calm  and  holy. 


5  But  lo!  as  all  too  near  we  i)ress, 
A  veil  the  scene  enfoldeth! 
No  tongue  may  sing  its  loveliness, 
No  eye  its  peace  beholdcth! 

0  And  as  we  read  with  kindling  eye 
This  day's  all-gracious  story. 
The  Idessi'd  mother  passeth  by, 
And  Thine  is  all  the  glory! 


OTHER    FEA^STS    AND    FASTS. 


G.O. 


NOW,  tlie  blessed  Dayspring 
Cometh  from  on  hii^h ; 
Now,  tlie  world's  Redeemer, 

To  her  aid,  draws  nigh ; 
Bearer  of  the  tidings, 

From  the  throne  of  light, 
To  a  lowly  maiden. 
Speeds  an  angel  bright. 

In  the  chosen  daughter, 

Of  King  David's  line, 
God  fulhls  the  promise 

Of  King  Ahaz'  sign, 
Gabriel  hath  spoken; 

Mary  hath  believed; 
And,  behold  a  virgin 

Hath  a  Son  conceived. 

Though  He  take  our  nature, 

Linked  to  low  estate, 
Though  He  stoop  to  suffer, 

Yet  shall  He  be  great ; 
Though  His  crown  and  sceptre 

Be  of  thorn  and  reed, 
His  shall  be  the  kingdom 

Sworn  to  David's  seed. 

Light  to  light  the  Gentiles 

Bending  at  His  throne ; 
Glory  of  His  people, 

When  His  sway  they  own. 
He  shall  reign  forever, 

King  of  kings,  contest, 
And  all  tribes  and  kindreds 

Shall,  in  Him,  be  blest. 


55  S.  M. 

PRAISE  we  the  Lord  this  day. 
This  day  so  long  foretold, 
Whose  promise  shone  with  cheering  ray 
On  waiting  saints  of  old. 

2  The  prophet  gave  the  sign 
For  faithful  men  to  read ; 
A  virgin  born  of  David's  line. 
Shall  bear  the  promised  Seed. 

o  Ask  not  how  this  should  be. 
But  worship  and  adore, 
Like  her  wiiom  heaven's  majesty 
Came  down  to  shadow  o'er. 
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4  Meekly  she  bowed  lu'r  head 

To  hear  the  gracious  word, 
Mary,  the  pure  and  lowly  maid, 
The  favored  of  the  Lord. 

5  Blessed  shall  be  her  name 

In  all  the  Church  on  earth, 
Through  whom  that  wondrous  mercy  came, 
The  incarnate  Saviour's  birth. 


156 


ST.    MARK. 


7.G. 


WE  praise  Thy  grace,  O  Saviour, 
That  bearetli  with  us  long. 
And  ever  out  of  weakness 
Thy  servants  maketh  strong. 

2  The  saint,  who  left  his  comrades, 

And  turned  back  from  the  fight, 
Behold  at  last  victorious 
In  Thy  prevailing  might! 

3  From  Thee,  Lord,  came  the  courage. 

Once  more  to  front  the  host: 
Thy  strength,  most  mighty  Saviour, 
In  weakness  shineth  most. 

4  Thy  love  Thy  saint  hath  numbered 

Among  the  blessed  Four, 
And  all  the  world  rejoiceth 
To  learn  his  Gospel-lore. 

5  O  Lord,  our  human  weakness 

With  pitying  eye  behold; 
Uplift  the  fainting  spirit. 
And  make  the  coward  bold. 

G  O  Jesus,  glorious  Victor 
O'er  all  the  hosts  of  sin. 
In  us  Thy  strength  make  perfect. 
In  us  the  victory  win. 


ST.    PHILIP  AND   ST.    JAMES. 
157  L.  M. 

THERE  is  one  way,  and  only  one, 
Out  of  our  gloom,  and  sin,  and  care. 
To  that  fair  land  where  shines  no  sun 
Because  the  face  of  God  is  there. 

2  There  is  one  truth,  the  truth  of  God, 

That  Christ  came  down  from  heaven  to 
show, 
One  life  that  His  redeeming  blood 
Has  won  for  all  His  saints  below. 


OTHER    FEASTS    AND    FASTS. 


o  The  lore  from  Philip  once  concealed, 
To  us  is  fully  known  in  Christ; 
In  Him  the  Father  is  revealed, 
And  all  our  lon«;iug  is  sufficed. 

4  And  still  unwavering  faith  holds  sure 

The  words  that  James  wrote  sternly  down; 
Except  we  labor  and  endure. 

We  cannot  win  the  heavenly  crown. 

5  O  Way  divine,  through  gloom  and  strife, 

Bring  us  Thy  Father's  face  to  see; 
O  heavenly  Truth,  ()  precious  Life, 
At  last,  at  last,  to  rest  in  Thee. 

Also  the  following: 

422  O  Light  whose  beams  illumine  all. 

423  Thou  art  the  Wav,  to  Thee  alone. 


ST.    BARXABAS. 
158  11.10.11.10. 

OSOX  of  God,  our  Captain  of  salvation, 
Thyself  by  suffering  schooled  to  human 
grief, 
We  bless  Thee  for  Thy  sons  of  consolation. 
Who   follow  in   the  steps  of   Thee   their 
chief; 

2  Those   whom    Thy  Spirit's   dread  vocation 

severs. 
To  lead  the  vanguard  of  Thy  con(iuering 

liost; 
Whose  toilsome  years  are  spent  in   brave 

endeavors 
To  bear  Thy  saving  Xame  from  coast  to 

coast; 

3  Those   whose    briglit    faith    makes    feeble 

hearts  grow  stronger, 
And   sends  fresh  warriors   to   the   great 

campaign, 
Bids   the    lone   convert  feel    estranged   no 

longer, 
And  wins  the  sundered  to  be  one  again; 

4  And    all   true   helpers,    patient,    kind,    and 

skilful, 
Who  shed  Thy  light  across  our  darkened 
earth, 
Counsel  the  doubting,  and  restrain  the  wil- 
ful. 
Soot  lie  the  sick  be<l,  and  share  the  chil- 
dren's mirth. 
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o  Such  was  Thy  Levite,  strong  in  self-oblation 
To  cast  his  all  at  Thine  Apostles'  feet; 
He  wlutse  new  name,  through  every  Chris- 
tian nation, 
From  aue  to  age  our  thankful  strains  re- 
peat. 

0  Thus,  Lord,  Thy  Barnabas  in  memory  keep- 
ing, 
Still  be  Thy  Church's  watchword,  "Com- 
fort y  e ; " 
Till  in  our   Father's  house  shall   end    our 

weeping. 
And  all  our  wants  be  satisfied  in  Thee. 


159 


7.6. 


ri^HE  son  of  Consolation  I 
JL     Of  Levi's  priestly  line. 
Filled  with  the  Holy  Spirit 

And  fervent  faith  divine. 
With  lowly  self-oblati(»n, 

For  Christ  an  ottering  meet, 
He  laid  his  earthly  riches 

At  the  Apostles'  feet. 

The  son  of  Consolation! 

Oh,  name  of  soothing  balm  I 
It  fell  on  sick  and  weary 

Like  breath  of  heaven's  own  calm! 
And  the  blest  son  of  comfort. 

With  fearless,  loving  hand. 
The  Gentiles*  great  Apostle 

Led  to  the  faithful  band. 


3  The  son  of  Consolation! 

Drawn  near  unto  his  Lord, 
He  won  the  martyr's  glory, 

And  i)assed  to  his  reward. 
With  him  is  faith  now  ended, 

Forever  lost  in  sight, 
But  love,  made  i)erfect,  fills  him 

With  praise,  and  joy,  and  light 

4  The  son  of  Consolation! 

Lord,  hear  our  hmnble  prayer. 
That  each  of  us  Thy  children 

SiU'h  blessed  nanu'  may  bear! 
That  we,  sweet  comfort  shedding 

O'er  homes  of  jKiin  and  woe. 
Midst  sickness  and  in  ]»risons, 

May  seek  Thee  here  below. 


OTHEK    FEA.ST.S    AXD    FASTS. 


»n: 

will  be, 
shall  tell  them 


The  sons  of  Consolati 

Oh,  wliat  their  Mis; 
When  Christ  the  Kin< 

"Ye  did  it  unto  INIe  "  I 
The  merciful  and  lovinu 

The  Lord  of  life  shall  own, 
And  as  His  priceless  jewels 

Shall  set  them  round  His  throne 


160 


THE   NATIVITY 
OF   ST.    JOHX   THE   BAPTIST. 


S.M. 


THE  heavenly  King-  must  come 
His  desert  realm  to  see; 
Must  leave  His  own  eternal  home, 
And  all  His  majesty. 

2  And  lo  I  before  Him  sent 

His  herald,  who  must  cry 
And  never  spare,  "Kepeut,  repent; 
Your  King,  your  God.  is  nigh!" 

3  He,  when  his  work  is  done, 

Must  see  his  light  decay. 
Must  hail  with  joy  the  brighter  Sun. 
The  glorious  King  of  day. 

4  O  Lord,  O  King,  O  Sun, 

Whose  messenger  he  came. 
Baptize  us  all,  most  holy  One, 
In  Thy  refining  tiame. 

5  Give  us  Thy  grace,  that  we 

All  evil  may  forsake. 
May  boldly  speak  the  truth  for  Thee, 
The  lowest  place  may  take. 

G  So,  when  Thou  convst  again. 
Thy  realm  redeemed  to  see. 
Thy  steps  shall  find  "mid  hearts  of  men 
A  wav  made  straight  for  Thee. 


161 


ST.    PETER. 


6.6.6.6  8.8. 


THOU  art  the  Christ,  O  Lord, 
The  Son  of  God  most  high!" 
For  ever  be  adored 
That  Xame  in  earth  and  sky. 
In  which,  though  mortal  strength  may  fail. 
The  saints  of  God  at  last  prevail ! 
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2       Oh,  surely  he  was  blest 

With  l)lessedness  uni)riced. 
Who,  taught  <»f  (iod,  c(tnfessed 
The  (iodhead  in  the  Christ  I 
For  vi  Thy  Church,  Lord,  Thou  didst  own 
Thv  saint  a  true  foundation-stone. 


Thrice  fallen,  thrice  restored! 

The  l)itter  lesson  learnt. 

That  heart  for  Thee,  O  Lord, 

With  triple  ardor  ])urnt. 
The  cross  he  took,  he  laid  not  down 
Until  he  grasped  the  martyr's  crown. 

Oh  bright  triumphant  faith  I 

Oh  courage  void  of  fears  I 

Oh  love,  most  strong  in  death  I 

Oh  penitential  tears  1 
By  these.  Lord,  keep  us  lest  we  fall. 
And  make  us  go  where  Thou  shalt  cal 


162  98. 

OROCK  of  ages,  one  Foundation, 
On   which    the   living    Church    doth 
rest,  — 
The  Church,  whose  walls  are  strong  salva- 
tion. 
Whose  gates  are  praise, — Thy  Xame  be 
blest ! 


2  Son  of  the  living  God!  Oh,  call  us 
Once  and  again  to  follow  Thee  I 
And  give  us  strength,  whate'er  befal  us. 
Thy  true  disciples  still  to  be. 


3  When  fears  appal,  and  faith  is  failing. 

Make  Thy  voice  heard  o'er  wind  and  wave, 

"Why  doubt?"  and  by  Thy  love  jn-e vailing 
Put  forth  Thine  hand  to  help  and  save. 


And  if  our  coward  hearts  deny  Thee, 
In  inmost  thought,  in  deed,  or  word, 

Let  not  our  hardness  still  deny  Thee, 
But  with  a  look  subdue  us.  Lord. 


Oh,  strengthen  Thou  our  weak  endeavor 
Thee  in  Thy  sheep  to  serve  and  tend, 

To  give  ourselves  to  Thee  forever, 
And  find  Thee  with  us  to  the  end! 


OTIIEil    FEASTS    AND    FASTS. 


ST.    JAMES. 


163 


CM. 


FOR  all  Thy  saints,  a  noble  throng, 
Who  fell  by  tire  and  sword, 
Who  soon  were  called,  or  waited  long, 
We  praise  Thy  Name,  O  Lord. 

•2  For  him  who  left  his  father's  side, 
Nor  lingered  by  the  shore. 
When,  softer  than  the  weltering  tide, 
Thy  summons  glided  o'er; 

,3  AVho  stood  beside  the  maiden  dead. 
Who  climbed  the  mount  witli  Thee, 
And  saw  the  glory  round  Thy  head. 
One  of  Thy  chosen  three; 

4  Who  knelt  beneath  the  olive  shade. 

Who  drank  Thy  cup  of  pain. 
And  passed  from  Herod's  flashing  blade 
To  see  Thy  face  again. 

5  Lord  give  us  grace,  and  give  us  love, 

Like  him  to  leave  behind 
Earth's  cares  and  joys,  and  look  above 
With  true  and  earnest  mind. 

6  So  shall  we  learn  to  drink  Thy  cup. 

So  meek  and  firm  be  found, 
When  Thou  shalt  come  to  take  us  up 
Where  Thine  elect  are  crowned. 


164 


THE   TRANSFIGURATION. 


LORD,  it  is  good  for  us  to  be 
High  on  the  mountain  here  with  ' 
Where  stand  revealed  to  mortal  gaze 
Those  glorious  saints  of  other  days; 
Who  once  received  on  Iloreb's  lieight 
The  eternal  laws  of  truth  and  rigiil; 
Or  caught  the  still  small  whisi)er,  higl 
Thau  storm,  than  earthquake,  or  than 


8s. 
rhee; 


ler 
lire, 


2  Lord,  it  is  good  for  us  to  be 

Entranced,  enwrai>t,  alone  with  Thee; 
And  watch  Thy  glisteiing  raiment  glow 
Whiter  than  Ilcrmon's  whitest  snow, 
The  Iiuman  lineaments  that  shine 
Irradiant  with  a  light  divine: 
Till  we  too  change  fi(tni  grace  to  grace, 
(iazing  on  that  transligured  face. 
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3  Lord,  it  is  good  for  us  to  be 

Here  on  the  holy  mount  with  Thee; 
When  darkling  in  the  depths  of  night, 
AVhen  dazzled  with  excess  of  light. 
We  bow  before  the  heavenly  voice 
That  bids  bewildered  souls  rejoice. 
Though  love  wax  cold,  and  faith  be  dim, 
"This  is  My  Son;  Oh,  hear  ye  Him!" 


165  CM. 

LORD  Jesus,  on  the  holy  mount 
We  would  abide  with  Thee, 
Still  drinking  from  the  blessed  fount 
Of  jjjrace,  so  rich  and  free. 


2  There  prophets  praise  Thy  glorious  Name. 

And  deeds  which  Thou  hast  done, 
And  there  the  Fathers  words  proclaim 
His  own  beloved  Son. 

3  The  rays  of  Thy  transfigured  face 

Beam  with  such  golden  light. 
That  we  would  never  leave  the  place 
Nor  lose  the  heavenly  sight. 

4  But  there  is  work  on  earth  to  do. 

The  suffering  soul  to  heal; 
The  harvest  great,  the  laborers  few 
Thy  Kingdom  to  reveal. 

5  We  may  not  linger  on  the  mount, 

AVhere  bright  Thy  glories  shine; 
We  may  not  taste  the  sacred  fount 
Of  blessedness  divine: 

G  But  let  some  beams  of  heavenly  light 
Make  bright  our  earthly  way; 
Then  grant  the  beatilic  sight 
Of  heaven  and  endless  day. 


166  L.  M. 

0  WONDROUS  type!  O  vision  fair 
Of  glory  that  the  Church  shall  share, 
AVhich  Christ  upon  the  mountain  shows. 
Where  brighter  than  the  sun  He  glows' 


2  From  age  to  age  the  tale  declare. 
How  with  the  three  disciples  there, 
Wliere  Moses  and  Elias  meet. 
The  Lord  holds  converse  higli  and  sweet. 


OTHER    FEA.STS    AND    FA.ST.S. 


With  shiuiiijL?  face  and  briglit  array, 
Christ  deigns  to  manifest  to-day 
What  glory  shall  be  theirs  above, 
Who  joy  in  God  with  perfect  love. 


4  And  faithful  hearts  are  raised  on  high 
By  this  great  vision's  mystery; 

For  which  in  joyful  strains  we  raise 
The  voice  of  prayer,  the  hymn  of  jpraise. 

5  O  Father,  with  the  eternal  Son, 
And  Holy  Spirit  ever  One, 
Vouchsafe  to  bring  us  by  Thy  grace 
To  see  Thy  glory  face  to  face. 


ST.    BARTHOLOMEW. 
167  8.7. 

KING  of  saints,  to  Whom  the  number 
Of  Thy  starry  host  is  known, 
Many  a  name,  by  man  forgotten, 

Lives  forever  round  Thy  throne: 
Lights,  which  earth-born  mists  have  dark- 
ened. 
There  are  shining  full  and  clear, 
Princes  in  the  court  of  heaven, 
Xameless,  unremembered  here. 

2  In  the  roll  of  Thine  apostles 

One  there  stands,  Bartholomew, 
He  for  whom  to-day  we  offer. 

Year  by  year,  our  praises  due : 
How  he  toiled  for  Thee  and  suffered 

Xone  on  earth  can  now  record ; 
All  his  saintly  life  is  hidden 

In  the  knowledge  of  his  Lord. 

3  Noted  well,  it  all  is  written 

In  the  Lamb's  great  book  of  life. 
All  the  faith,  and  prayer,  and  patience, 

All  the  toiling,  and  the  strife: 
There  are  told  Thy  hidden  treasures; 

Xumber  us,  O  Lord,  with  them. 
When  Thou  makest  up  the  jewels 

Of  Thy  living  diadem. 


ST.    MATTHEW. 
168  L.  M. 

BEHOLD,  the  Master  passeth  by! 
Oh,  seest  thou  not  His  pleading  eye  ? 
AVith  lov/  sad  voice  He  calleth  thee, 
'  Leave  this  vain  world,  and  follow  Me." 


2  O  soul,  bowed  down  with  harrowing  care, 
Hast  thou  no  tliought  for  heaven  to  si>are  ? 
From  earthly  toils  lift  up  thine  eye; 
Behold,  the  Master  passeth  by ! 

3  One  heard  Him  calling  long  ago. 
And  straightway  left  all  things  below. 
Counting  his  eartldy  gain  as  loss 

For  Jesus  and  His  blessed  cross. 


4  That  "follow  Me"  his  faithful  ear 
Seemed  every  day  afresh  to  hear: 
Its  echoes  stirred  his  spirit  still, 

And  fired  his  hope,  and  nerved  his  will. 

5  God  gently  calls  us  every  day : 

AVliy  should  we  then  our  bliss  delay  ? 
He  calls  to  heaven  and  endless  light: 
Why  should  we  love  the  dreary  night  ? 

6  Praise,  Lord,  to  Thee  for  Matthew's  call, 
At  which  he  rose  and  left  his  all: 
Thou,  Lord,  e'en  now  art  calling  me; 

I  will  leave  all,  and  follow  Thee. 


ST.    MICHAEL   AND   ALL   AXGELS. 

169  lOs. 

STARS    of    the    morning,    so    gloriously 
bright. 
Filled  with  celestial  splendor  and  lig^lit. 
These  that,  where  night  never  followeth  day, 
Raise  tiie  "  Thrice  Holy"  song  ever  and  aye: 

2  These  are  Thy  ministers,  these  dost  Thou 

own, 
God  of  Sabaoth,  the  nearest  Thy  throne ; 
These  are  Thy  messengers,  these  dost  Thou 

send, 
Help  of  the  helpless  ones !  man  to  defend. 

3  These  keep  the  guard  amid  Salem's  dear 

bowers, 
Thrones,  Principalities,  Virtues,  and  Powers, 
Where,  with  the  living  Ones,  mystical  Four, 
Cherubim,  Seraphim  bow  and  adore. 

4  Still  let  them  succor  us;  still  let  them  fight, 
Lord  of  angelic  hosts,  battling  for  right; 
Till,  where  their  anthems  they  ceaselessly 

pour, 
We  with  the  angels  may  bow  and  adore. 


OTIIEII    FEASTS    AXD    FASTS. 


170 


8.7. 


A  Y^IIEIIE  the  au<rel-liosts  adore  Thee, 

>  V       Thou,  O  God,  in  heaveu  (U)st  reign; 
At  Tliy  word  they  rose  around  Thee, 
And  Thy  word  doth  them  sustain. 

li  Thousand  times  ten  thousand,  bending 
At  Thy  throne,  their  homage  pay; 
Flames  of  lire  in  strengtli  exeelling. 
Swift  Thy  pleasure  to  obey. 

3  Fashioned  in  a  wondrous  order. 

Thee  they  serve,  their  Lord  and  King; 
Grant  that  in  our  cares  and  dangers 
They  may  timely  succor  bring. 

4  Praise  to  Tliee  "Who  hast  created 

Earth  and  heaven  with  all  their  host; 
Praise  to  TJiee,  O  God  most  mighty, 
Father,  Sou,  and  Holy  Ghost. 


172 


ST.    SIMOX   AND  ST.    JUDE. 


171 


ST.    LUKE. 


L.M. 


AT^THAT  thanks  and  praise  to  Thee  we 
T  V      owe, 

O  Priest  and  Sacrifice  divine. 
For  Thy  dear  saint  through  whom  we  know 

So  many  a  gracious  word  of  Thine; 

-2  Whom  Thou  didst  choose  to  tell  the  tale 
Of  all  Thy  manhood's  toils  and  tears, 
And^or  a  moment  lift  the  veil 

That  hides  Thy  boyhood's  spotless  years. 

3  And  still  the  Church  through  all  her  days 

L'plifts  the  strains  that  never  cease. 
The  blessed  Virgin's  hymn  of  praise. 
The  aged  Simeon's  words  of  peace. 

4  O  hai)py  saint!  whose  sacred  page, 

So  rich  in  words  of  truth  and  love. 
Pours  on  the  Cliurch  from  age  to  age 
This  healing  unction  from  above; 

V)  The  witness  of  the  Saviour's  life. 
The  great  apostle's  chosen  friend 
Tliroujih  weary  years  of  toil  and  strife, 
An<l  still  found  faithful  to  the  end. 

0  So  grant  us,  Lord,  like  him  t(»  live, 
Beloved  by  man,  ai)]>r(>v((l  by  Thee. 
Till  TluMi  at  last  the  summ(»ns  give, 
.\i)d  we,  with  him.  'i'liy  tinr  sli;ill  sec. 

r,4 


TllOr  "Who  sentest  Thine  apostles 
Two  and  two  before  Thy  face, 
Partners  in  the  night  of  toiling, 
Heirs  together  of  Thy  grace, 
Throned  at  length,  their  laliors  ended. 
Each  in  his  appointed  place; 

2  Praise  to  Thee  for  those  Thy  champions 

Whom  our  hymns  t(t-day  i)rttclaim; 
One,  whose  zeal  by  Thee  enlightened 

Burned  anew  with  nobler  fiame: 
One,  the  kinsman  of  Thy  childhotKl. 

Brought  at  last  to  know  Thy  Name. 

3  Praise  to  Thee!  Thy  fire  within  them 

Spake  in  love,  and  wrought  in  power; 
Seen  in  mighty  signs  and  wonders 

In  Thy  Church's  morning  hour; 
Heard  in  tones  of  sternest  warning 

"When  the  storms  began  to  lower. 

4  Once  again  those  storms  are  breaking; 

Hearts  are  failing,  love  grows  cidd; 
Faith  is  darkened,  sin  abounding: 

Grievous  wolves  assail  Thy  fold: 
Save  us.  Lord,  our  one  Salvation; 

Save  the  faith  revealed  of  old. 

5  Call  the  erring  by  Thy  pity; 

"Warn  the  tempted  by  Thy  fear; 
Keep  us  true  to  Thine  allegiance. 

Counting  life  itself  less  dear. 
Standing  firmer,  holding  faster, 

As  we  see  the  end  draw  near: 

G  Till,  with  holy  Jude  and  Simon 
And  the  thousand  faithful  more, 

"We,  the  good  confession  witnessed 
And  the  lifelong  conflict  (»'er. 

On  the  sea  of  fire  and  crystal 
Stand,  and  wonder,  and  adore. 


17S         <'''M;iiAL    lOK    >AIM^"     I»A\^.  r-   p^ 

TTTvOM  all  Thy  saints  in  warfare,   f(.r  all 

J^       Thy  saints  at  rest. 

To   Thee,    O   blessed    Jesus,    all   jiraiscs  be 

addressed. 
Thou,  Lord,  didst  win  the  battle  that  they 

might  con(|iu'rors  be: 
Their  crowns  of  living  glory  are  lit  with  ray> 

from  Thee. 

[Insert  here  the  stanza  for  the  special  Saint's  Day  to  1)6 
Celfl>rnt<'(l^ 


OTHER    FEASTS    AND    FASTS. 


St.  Axdhkw. 


The  Coxvehsiox  of  St.  Paul. 


2  Praise,  Lord,  for  Thine  apostle,  the  first  to    7  Praise  for  the  lii^ht  from  heaven,  praise  for 

welcome  Thee,  the  voice  of  awe, 

The  tirst  to  lead  his  brother,  the  very  Christ  '  Praise  for  the  glorious  vision  the  persecutor 

to  see.                                                                  I  saw. 

With  hearts  for  Thee  made  ready,  watch  we  I  Thee,  Lord,  for  his  conversion,  we  glorify 

throughont  the  year,                                        j  to-day: 

Forward  to  lead  our  brethren  to  own  Thine  ,  So  lighten  all  our  darkness  with  Thy  true 

Advent  near.                                                         !  Spirit's  ray. 


St.  Thomas. 


St.  Matthias. 


3  All  praise  for  Thine  apostle,  whose  short-    8  Lord,   Thine  abiding  presence   directs  the 


lived  doubtings  prove  i 

Thv  perfect  twofold  nature,  the  fulness  of 

thy  love. 
On  all  who  wait  Thy  coming  shed  forth  Thy 

peace,  O  Lord, 
And  grant  us  faith  to  know  Tliee,  true  Man. 

true  God,  adored. 


wondrous  choice; 

For  one  in  place  of  Judas  the  faithful  now 
rejoice. 

Thy  Church  from  false  apostles  for  ever- 
more defend. 

And  by  Thy  parting  promise  be  with  her  to 
the  end. 


St.  Stephen. 


St.  Makk. 


4  Praise  for  the  first  of  martyrs,  who  saw  Thee    9  For  him,  O  Lord,  we  praise  Thee,  the  weak 


ready  stand. 
To  aid  in  midst  of  torments,  to  plead  at  ; 

God's  right  hand.  } 

Share  we  with  him,  if  summoned  by  death 

our  Lord  to  own,  ! 

On  earth  the  faithful  witness,  in  heaven  the 

martvr  crown.  I 


by  grace  made  strons 
Whose  labors  and  whose  Gospel  enrich  our 

triumph-song. 
May  we  in  all  our  weakness  find  strength 

from  Thee  supplied. 
And  all,  as  fruitful  branches,  in  Thee,  the 

Vine,  abide. 


St.  Johx  the  Evangelist. 

Praise  for  the  loved  disciple,  exile  on  Pat-    iq 
mos'  shore; 

Praise  for  the  faithful  record,  he  to  Thy  God- 
head bore: 

Praise  for  the  mystic  vision,  through  him  to 
us  revealed.  ! 

May  we,  in  patience  Avaiting,   with  Thine 
elect  be  sealed. 


The  Holy  Ixnocexts. 

I 

Praise  for  Thine  infant  martyrs,  by  Thee    11 

with  teuderest  love  i 

Called  early  from  the  warfare  to  share  the  | 

rest  above.  j 

O  Rachel  I  cease  thy  weeping:  they  rest  from 

pains  and  cares.  j 

Lord,   grant    us    hearts   as    guileless,    and 

crowns  as  brioht  as  theirs.  I 


St.  Philip  axd  St.  James. 

Xll  praise  for  Thine  apostle,  blest  guide 

To  Greek  and  Jew, 
And  him  surnamed  Thy  brother;  keep  us 

Thy  brethren  true. 
And  grant  us  grace  to  know  Thee,  the  Way, 

the  Truth,  the  Life ; 
To  wrestle  with  temptations  till  victors  in 

the  strife. 


St.  Bakxabas. 

The  Sou  of  Consolation,  moved  by  Thy  law 

of  l»)ve. 
Forsaking  earthly  treasures,  sought  riches 

from  above. 
As  earth  now  teems  with  increase,  let  gifts 

of  grace  descend. 
That  Thy  true  consolations  may  through 

the  world  exten«l. 


OTHER    FEASTS    AND    FASTS. 


St.  Joiix  Baptist. 


St.  Luke. 


12  We  praise  Thee  for  the  Baptist,  forerimuer    17  For  that  "beloved  physician,"  all  praisr. 


»f  the  Word 
Our  true  Elias,  makinix  a  liiuhwav  for  tlic 

Lord. 
Of  prophets  last  aud  greatest,  he  saw  Thy 

da  will  no-  ray: 
Make  us  tlie  ratlier  blessed,  who  love  Thy 

glorious  day. 


St.  Petkh. 

lo  Praise  for  Thy  great  apostle,  the  eager  and 

the  bold; 
Thrice  falling,  yet  repentant,  thrice  charged 

to  keep  Thy  fold. 
Lord,  make  Thy  pastors  faithful,  to  guard 

tlieir  tlocks  from  ill, 
Aud  grant  tliem  dauntless  courage,  with 

humble,  earnest  will. 


St.  James. 

14  For  him,  O  Lord,  we  praise  Thee,  who,  slain 

l)y  Herod's  sword. 
Drank  of  Thy  cu})  of  suifering,   fulfilling 

thus  Thy  word. 
Curl)  we  all  vain  impatience  to  read  Thy 

veiled  decree, 
And  count  it  joy  to  suffer,  if  so  brought 

nearer  Thee. 


St.  Bautiiolomew. 

15  All  praise  for  Thine  apostle,  the  faithful, 
pure,  and  true. 

Whom  underneath  the  fig  tree  Thine  eye 
all-seeing  knew. 

Like  him  may  we  be  guileless,  true  Israel- 
ites indeed, 

That  Thy  ai)iding  presence  our  longing 
souls  may  feed. 


St.  Matthew. 

10  Praise,   Lord,  for  him  wliose  (iosi)el  Thy 
human  life  declared, 
"Who,  worldly  gains  forsaking.  Thy  path  of 

suifering  sliai-ed. 
From  all  uni-ighteous  maiiniion,  oh,  give  us 

hearts  set  free, 
That  we,  whatever  our  caHing,  may  rise  and 
follow  'I'hee. 
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wlK»se  Gospel  shows 
The  healer  of  the  nations,  the  sharer  of  our 

woes. 
Thy  wine  and  oil,  O  Saviour,  on  bruised 

hearts  deign  to  i)our, 
And  with  true  balm  of  Gilead  anoint  us 

evermore. 


St.  Simox  and  St.  Jude. 

18  Praise,  Lord,  for  Thine  apostles,  who  sealed 

their  faith  to-day: 
One  love,  one  zeal  impelled  them  to  tread 

the  sacred  way. 
May  we  with  zeal  as  earnest  the  faith  of 

Christ  maintain, 
And,  bound  in  love  as  brethren,  at  length 

Thy  rest  attain. 


General  Exdixg. 

10  Apostles,   prophets,   martyrs,    and  all  the 

sacred  throng. 
Who  wear  the  spotless  raiment,  who  rai^' 

the  ceaseless  song; 
For  these,  passed  on  before  us.  Saviour,  we 

Thee  adore, 
And,  walking  in  their  footsteps,  would  serve 

Thee  more  and  more. 


20  Then  praise  we  God  the  Father,  and  i)raise 

we  God  the  Son, 
And  God  the  Holy  Si)irit,  eternal  Three  in 

One; 
Till  all  the  ransomed  number  fall  down 

before  the  throne. 
And  honor,  power,  and  glory  ascribe  to  God, 

alone. 


174 


ALL   SAIXTS. 


8s. 


rnilE  saints  of  God !     Their  conilict  past, 
JL      And  life's  long  battle  won  at  last. 
No  moie  they  need  the  shield  or  sword. 
They  east  them  down  before  tlieir  Lord: 
()  hapi>y  saints!  forever  blest. 
At  Jesu's  feet  how  safe  you  rest! 


OTHER    FEASTS    AXD    FASTS. 


2  The  saints  of  God  !     Their  \vaiidei'iiigs  done, 
No  more  their  weary  course  they  run, 

No  more  they  faint,  no  more  they  fall. 

No  foes  oppress,  no  fears  appal : 
O  happy  saints !  forever  blest, 
In  that  dear  home  how  sweet  your  rest! 

3  The  saints  of  God!     Life's  voyage  o'er, 
Safe  landed  on  that  blissful  shore, 

No  stormy  tempests  now  they  dread. 
No  roaring  billows  lift  their  head: 
O  happy  saints!  forever  bleSt, 
In  that  calm  haven  of  your  rest! 

4  The  saints  of  God  their  vigil  keep, 
AVhile  yet  their  mortal  bodies  sleep, 
Till  from  the  dust  they  too  shall  rise 
And  soar  triumphant  to  the  skies: 

O  happy  saints!  rejoice  and  sing: 

He  quickly  comes,  your  Lord  and  King ! 

5  O  God  of  saints!  To  Thee  we  cry; 
O  Saviour!  plead  for  us  on  high; 

O  Holy  Ghost!  our  guide  and  friend, 
Grant  us  Tliy  grace  till  life  shall  end ; 
That  with  all  saints  our  rest  may  be 
In  that  bright  Paradise  with  Thee ! 


175  P.M. 

FOR  all  the  saints,  who  from  their  labors 
rest, 
I    Who    Thee    by    faith     before     the     world 
;        confessed, 

[    Thy  Name,  O  Jesu,  be  forever  blest. 
;  Alleluia. 

12  Thou  wast  their  Rock,  their  Fortress,  and 

their  Might: 
Thou,  Lord,  their  Captain  in  the  well-fought 

fight; 
Thou,  in  the  darkness  drear,  the  one  true 

Light.  Alleluia. 

5  Oh,  may  Thy  soldiers,   faithful,   true,   and 
bold, 
Fight  as  the  saints  who  nobly  fought  of  old, 
And  win,  with  them,  the  victor's  crown  of 
gold.  Alleluia. 

I 

|l  O  blest  communion,  fellowship  divine! 
We  feebly  struggle,  they  in  glory  shine; 
Yet  all  are  one  in  Thee,  for  all  are  Thine. 

Alleluia. 
57 


5  And  when  the  strife  is  fierce,  the  warfare 

long. 
Steals  on  the  ear  the  distant  triumi)h-s(»ng, 
And  hearts  are  brave  again,  and  arms  are 

strong.  Alleluia. 


G  The  golden  evening  brightens  in  the  west; 
Soon,    soon    to    faithful    warriors    cometh 

rest; 
Sweet  is  the  calm  of  Paradise  the  l)lest. 

Alleluia. 


T  But  lo!   there  breaks  a   yet  more  glorious 
day; 
The  saints  triumphant  rise  in  bright  array; 
The  King  of  glory  passes  on  His  way. 

Alleluia. 


8  From  earth's  wide  bounds,  from  ocean's  far- 
thest coast. 
Through  gates  of  pearl  streams  in  the  count- 
less host. 
Singing  to  Father,  Son,  and  Holy  Ghost, 

Alleluia! 


176 


11.10. 


OKING  of  saints,  we  give  Thee  praise 
and  glory 
For  the  bright  cloud  of  witnesses  unseen, 
Whose   names    shine    forth    like   stars,    in 
sacred  story, 
Guiding  our  steps  to  realms  of  light  se- 
rene : 


2  And  for  Thy  hidden  saints,  our  praise  ador- 
ing, 
Fount  of  all  sanctity,  to  Thee  we  yield, 
Who  in  Thy  treasure-house,   on  high,  art 
storing 
Jewels  whose  lustre  was,  on  earth,  con- 
cealed. 


Thine   arm  sustained  them   all   in  conflict 
mortal, 
With  sin,  the  world,  and  all  the  powers  of 
hell; 
Thy   hand   hath  oped   for   all,  the  shining- 
portal, 
To  realms  where  peace  and   jov  forever 
dwell. 


OTIIEll    FEASTS    AND    FASTS. 


4  There   are   the    throned    aud    Avhite-robed 

eklers,  eastiuj^ 
I>ef(tre  the  Kiug  of  kings,  tlieir  crowns  of 

gohl; 
Aud   there  are  crowns  and  mansions  ever- 

histing, 
And  i)ahns  and  harps  for  multitudes  un- 

tohl. 

5  Though,  in  Thy  service,  we   too  oft  have 

slumbered, 
Like  the  ten  virgins,  foolish  ones  and  wise; 
Yet  with  Thy  saints,  may  we,  at  last,  be 

numbered, 
And  at  Thy  call  with  burning  lamps  arise. 


178 


s; 


177 


8.7.8. 


WHO  are  these  like  stars  appearing, 
These,   before    God's   throne   who 
stand  ■? 
Each  a  golden  crown  is  wearing; 
Who  are  all  this  glorious  band  ? 
Alleluia!  hark  they  sing. 
Praising  loud  their  heavenly  King. 

"Who  are  these  of  dazzling  brightness. 

These  in  God's  own  truth  arrayed. 
Clad  in.robes  of  purest  whiteness, 
Kobes  whose  lustre  ne'er  shall  fade, 
Ne'er     be     touched     by    time's    rude 

hand  ? 
Whence  conies  all  this  glorious  band  ? 

These  are  they  who  have  contended 

For  tlieir  Saviour's  honor  long. 
Wrestling  on  till  life  was  ended, 
Following  not  the  sinful  throng: 

These,  who  well  the  light  sustained. 
Triumph  l)y  the  Lamb  have  gained. 

These  are  they  whose  hearts  were  riven, 

Sore  with  woe  and  anguish  tried, 
Who  in  i)rayer  full  oft  have  striven 
With  the  G(kI  they  glorihed: 
Now,  their  i)ainful  conflict  o'er, 
God  has  bid  them  weep  no  more. 

These,    like    priests,     have    watched    and 
waite(l, 
Onciing  u])  to  riiiist  their  will. 
Soul  and  body  consecrated, 

Day  an<l  night  they  serve  Ilim  still. 
NOw  in  (iod's  most  lioly  ))lace. 
Blest  they  stand  before  His  face. 
58 


HAIIK!  the  sound  of  holy  voices. 
Chanting  at  the  crystal  sea. 
Alleluia,  alleluia, 

Alleluia,  Lord,  to  Thee: 
Multitiule  which  none  can  number, 

Like  the  stars  in  glory  stands, 
Clothed  in  white  apparel,  holding 
Palms  of  victory  in  their  hands. 

Patriarch,  and  holy  prophet, 

AVho  i)rei)ared  the  way  of  Christ, 
King,  apostle,  saint,  ct)nfessor, 

Martyr  and  evangelist; 
Saintly  maiden,  godly  matron, 

Widows  who  have  watched  to  prayci 
Joined  in  holy  concert,  singing 

To  the  Lord  of  all,  are  there. 

Marching  with  Thy  cross,  their  banner, 

They  have  triumphed,  following 
Thee,  the  Captain  of  salvation, 

Thee,  their  Saviour  and  their  King. 
Gladly,  Lord,  with  Tliee  they  suffered; 

Gladly,  Lord,  with  Thee  they  died ; 
Aud  by  death  to  life  immortal 

They  were  born  and  glorified. 

Now  they  reign  in  heavenly  glory. 

Now  they  v,alk  in  golden  light. 
Now  they  drink,  as  from  a  river. 

Holy  bliss  and  inlinite: 
Love  and  peace  they  taste  forever. 

And  all  truth  and  knowledge  see 
In  the  beatilic  vision 

Of  the  blessed  Trinity. 


179 


WHO  are  these  in  bright  array. 
This  innumerable  throng. 
Hound  the  altar,  night  and  day, 
Tuning  their  triumi)hant  song? 
"Worthy  is  the  Lamb,  t)nce  slain, 
lilessing,  honor,  glory,  power. 
Wisdom,  riches  to  obtain. 
New  dominion  every  hour." 

2  These  through  liery  trials  trod; 

These  from  great  affliction  came; 
N()W  before  tlie  throne  of  (i(Ml, 
Seale<l  with  His  eternal  Name; 


OTHEll    FEAJSTS    AND    FA.STS. 


Clad  ill  raiment  pure  ami  white, 
Victor  palms  in  every  hand, 

Through  their  fjreat  Redeemer's  might. 
More  than  conquerors  they  stand. 


Hunger,  thirst,  disease  unknown, 

On  immortal  fruits  they  feed; 
Them  the  Lamb  amidst  the  thnme, 

Shall  to  living  fountains  lead: 
Joy  and  gladness  hanish  sighs; 

Perfect  love  dispels  their  fears; 
And  forever  from  their  eyes, 

God  shall  wipe  away  their  tears. 


180 


S.M. 


FOR  all  Thy  saints,  O  Lord, 
Who  strove  in  Thee  to  live. 
Who  followed  Thee,  obeyed,  adored. 
Our  grateful  hvmn  receive. 


2  For  Thy  dear  saints,  O  Lord, 
Who  strove  in  Thee  to  die. 
Who  counted  Thee  their  great  reward. 
Accept  our  thankful  cry. 


3  Thine  earthly  members  fit 
To  join  Thy  saints  above. 
In  one  communion  ever  knit, 
One  fellowship  of  love. 


4  Jesus,  Thy  Name  we  bless. 
And  humbly  pray  that  we 
May  follow  them  in  holiness, 
Who  lived  and  died  for  Thee. 


Also  the  following: 

390  Oh!  what,  if  we  are  Christ's. 

391  Let  saints  on  earth  in  concert  sing. 

392  Not  to  the  terrors  of  the  Lord. 
394  O  Paradise,  O  Paradise. 

396  Ten  thousand  times  ten  thousand. 

397  Oh,  what  the  joy  and  the  glory  must  be. 

400  Blessed  city,  heavenly  Salem. 

401  O  heavenly  Jerusalem. 
403  I  heard  a  sound  of  voices. 

45()  Sing  alleluia  forth  in  duteous  praise. 
506  The  call  to  arms  is  sounding. 
540  King  of  glory.  Saviour  dear. 
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EMP>ER   DAYS. 
181  S.8.G.8.8.G. 

LORD  of  the  Church,  we  humbly  pray 
For  those  who  guide  us  in  Thy  way, 
And  speak  Thy  lioly  word; 
With  love  divine  their  hearts  inspire, 
And  touch  their  lii)S  with  liallowed  fire, 
And  needful  strength  afford. 

2  Help  them  to  preach  the  truth  of  God, 
Redemption  through  the  Saviour's  blood; 

Nor  let  the  Spirit  cease 
On  all  the  Church  His  gifts  to  shower; 
To  them  a  messenger  of  power, 

To  us,  of  life  and  peace. 

3  So  may  they  live  to  Thee  alone; 

Then  hear  the  welcome  word,  "  Well  done  I" 
And  take  their  crown  above; 

Enter  into  their  Master's  joy. 

And  all  eternity  employ 

In  praise,  and  bliss,  and  love. 


182  c.  :vr. 

GUIDE  Thou,  O  God,  the  guardian  hands 
Which  rule  Thy  ransomed  sheep. 
And  may  they  faithful  shepherds  choose, 
Their  Master's  fiock  to  keep. 

2  We  pray  Thee,  Jesus,  Who  didst  first 

The  chosen  twelve  ordain. 
In  order  due  and  holy  life, 

The  Church  they  ruled  sustain. 

3  We  pray  Thee,  Jesus,  with  Thy  gifts. 

Our  pastors  still  to  bless, 
With  doctrine  uncorrupt  and  pure, 
With  zeal  and  righteousness. 

4  We  pray  Thee,  Jesus,  that  their  lips 

May  still  be  clothed  with  power, 
Their  hearts  with  love  and  strength  upheld, 
Sufficient  for  the  hour. 

5  O  Holy  Ghost,  Anointer,  come; 

Both  priest  an<l  peoi)le  fill; 

Till  all  the  nations  of  the  earth 

Shall  do  their  Father's  will: 

6  Then  to  the  Father  and  the  Son, 

And  Thee,  her  songs  of  praise, 
One  living  undivided  Church 

Through  endless  years  shall  raise. 


OTIIEK    FEAbT?5   AND   FASTS. 


183 


L  M    185 


LOUD,  pour  Thy  Spirit  from  on  hij^h, 
Aud  Tliiue  ordained  servants  bless; 
Graces  and  j^ifts  to  each  supply, 

And  clothe  Thy  priests  with  righteousness. 

Within  Tliy  temple  ^vhen  they  stand. 
To  teaili"  the  truth  as  taugiit  by  Thee, 

Saviour,  Hke  stars  in  Thy  right  hand, 
Let  all  Thy  Church's  pastors  be. 

"Wisdom,  and  zeal,  and  faith  impart, 
Firmness  and  meekness  from  above, 

To  bear  Thy  people  in  their  heart. 

And  love  the  souls  whom  Thou  dost  love; 


S.M. 


LOUD  of  the  harvest,  hear 
Thy  needy  servants'  cry: 
Answer  our  faitli's  effectual  prayer, 
And  all  our  wants  supi)ly. 

On  Thee  we  humbly  wait, 

Our  wants  are  in  Thy  view: 
The  harvest.  Lord,  is  truly  great, 

The  laborers  are  few. 

Anoint  and  send  forth  more 

Into  Thy  C'hurcli  abroad. 
And  let  tliem  speak  Thy  word  of  power. 

As  workers  with  their  God. 


4  To  watch,  and  pray,  and  never  faint. 

By  day  and  niglit  strict  guard  to  keep, 
To  warn  the  sinner,  cheer  the  saint, 

To  feed  Thy  lambs,  aud  fold  Thy  sheep. 

5  So,  when  their  work  is  finished  here, 

They  may  in  hope  their  charge  resign; 
So,  when  their  Master  shall  appear, 
They  may  with  crowns  of  glory  shine. 

184 


4  Oh,  let  them  spread  Thy  Xame, 

Their  mission  fully  prove: 

Thy  universal  grace  proclaim, 

Thine  all-redeemino"  love. 


186 


S.M. 


rpiIOU   Who    the   nij 


8s. 

lit   in   prayer   didst 
si)end, 

And  then  Thy  twelve  apostles  send; 
And  bidd'st  us  pray  tlie  harvest's  Lord 
To  send  fortli  sowers  of  Thy  word. 
Hear,  and  Thy  cliosen  servants  bless 
With  seven-fold  gifts  of  holiness. 

2  Oil,  may  Thy  pastors  faithful  be. 

Not  laboring  for  themselves,  but  Thee; 
Give  grace  to  feed  with  wholesome  food 
The  sheep  and  lambs  bought  by  Thy  blood; 
To  tend  Thy  Hock,  and  thus  to  prove 
How  dearly  tliey  the  Shepherd  love! 

3  Oh,  may  Thy  people  faithful  be, 
And  in  Thy  ])astors  honor  Thee, 

And  with  them  work,  and  for  them  pray, 
And  gladly  Thee  in  them  obey: 
lieceivi;  the  i)r<>])het  of  the  Lord, 
And  gain  tlie  i)roi>het"s  own  reward  I 

4  S(»  may  we,  when  our  work  is  done, 
Togetiier  stand  before  the  throne; 
And  joyful  hearts  an<l  voices  raise 
In  one  united  song  of  i)iaise. 

With  all  the  bright  celeslial  host. 
To  Father,  Son.  and  Holy  (ihost. 
00 


^VTE  servants  of  the  Lord, 

1       Each  in  your  office,  wait. 
Observant  of  His  heavenly  word, 
And  watchful  at  His  gate. 

2  Let  all  your  lamps  be  bright, 

And  trim  the  golden  tlame; 
Gird  up  your  loins  as  in  His  sight. 
For  awful  is  His  Name. 

3  Watch!  'tis  your  Lord's  command. 

And  while  we  speak  He's  near; 
Mark  the  first  signal  of  His  hand. 
And  ready  all  appear. 

4  Oh,  happy  servant  he 

In  such  a  posture  found; 
He  shall  his  Lord  with  rapture  sec, 
Aud  be  with  honor  crowned. 


187 


ROGATION   DAYS. 


CM. 


GREAT  King  of  nations,  hear  our  ]>r; 
While  at  Thy  feet  we  fall. 
And  humbly  with  united  cry 
To  Thee  for  mercy  call. 

2  Tlie  guilt  is  ours,  but  grace  is  Thine, 
Oh,  turn  us  not  away: 
But  hear  us  from  Thy  lofty  throne, 
And  help  us  w  hen  we  pray. 


OTIIEK   FEA.STJS   AND   FA^T.> 


3  Our  fathers'  sius  were  niaiiifold, 

And  ours  no  less  we  own. 
Yet  Wondrously  from  age  to*  age 
Thy  goodness  hath  been  shown. 

4  When  dangers,  like  a  stormy  sea, 

Beset  our  country  round, 
To  Thee  we  looked,  to  Thee  we  cried, 
And  help  in  Thee  was  found. 

5  With  one  consent  we  meekly  bow 

Beneath  Thy  chastening  hand. 

And,  i)ouring  forth  confession  meet, 

Mourn  with  our  mourning  land. 

6  With  pitying  eye  behold  our  need, 

As  thus  we  lift  our  prayer; 
Correct  us  with  Thy  judgments,  Lord, 
Then  let  Thy  mercy  spare. 


188 


6.6.6.6.S.S. 


TO  Thee  our  God  we  fly 
For  mercy  and  for  grace; 
Oh,  hear  our  lowly  cry. 

And  hide  not  Thou  Thy  face. 
O  Lord,  stretch  forth  Thy  mighty  hand. 
And  guard  and  bless  our  fatherland. 

2  Arise,  O  Lord  of  hosts. 

Be  jealous  for  Thy  Xame, 
And  drive  from  out  our  coasts 

The  sins  that  put  to  shame. 
O  Lord,  stretch  forth  Thy  mighty  hand. 
And  guard  and  bless  our  fatherland. 

3  Thy  best  gifts  from  on  high 

In  rich  abundance  pour, 
'  That  we  may  magnify 

And  praise  Thee  more  and  more. 
O  Lord,  stretch  forth  Thy  mighty  hand. 
And  guard  and  bless  our  fatherland. 

The  powers  ordained  by  Thee, 
With  heavenly  wisdom  bless ; 
May  they  Thy  servants  be. 
And  rule  in  righteousness. 
O  Lord,  stretch  forth  Thy  mighty  hand. 
And  guard  and  bless  our  fatherland. 

The  Church  of  Thy  dear  Son 

Inflame  with  love's  pure  fire. 
Bind  her  once  more  in  one. 
And  life  and  truth  inspire. 
O  Lord,  stretch  forth  Thy  mighty  hand. 
And  guard  and  bless  our  fatherland. 
61 


Give  peace.  Lord,  in  our  time; 

Oh,  let  no  foe  draw  nigh. 
Nor  lawless  deed  of  crime 
Insult  Thy  Majesty. 
O  Lord,  stretch  forth  Thy  mighty  hand, 
And  guard  and  bless  our  fatheuland. 


189 


iS. 


CHRIST,  by  heavenly  hosts  adored, 
Gracious,  mighty,  sovereign  Lord, 
God  of  nations.  King  of  kings, 
Head  of  all  created  things. 
By  the  Church  with  joy  contest, 
God  o'er  all  forever  blest: 
Pleading  at  Thy  throne  we  stand. 
Save  Thy  people,  bless  our  land. 

2  On  our  fields  of  grass  and  grain 
Send,  O  Lord,  the  kindly  rain; 
O'er  our  wide  and  goodly  land 
Crown  the  labors  of  each  hand. 
Let  Thy  kind  protection  be 
O'er  our  commerce  on  the  sea: 
Open,  Lord,  Thy  bounteous  hand, 
Bless  Thy  people,  bless  our  land. 

3  Let  our  rulers  ever  be 

Men  that  love  and  honor  Thee; 
Let  the  powers  by  Thee  ordained 
Be  in  righteousness  maintained; 
In  the  people's  hearts  increase 
Love  of  piety  and  peace ; 
Thus  united  we  shall  stand 
One  wide,  free,  and  happy  land. 


190 


CM. 


LORD,  in  Thy  Name  Thy  servants  plead, 
And  Thou  hast  sworn  to  hear; 
Thine  is  the  harvest.  Thine  the  seed, 
The  fresh  and  fading  year. 

2  Our  hope,  when  autumn  winds  blew  wild, 

We  trusted.  Lord,  with  Thee: 
And  now  that  spring  has  on  us  smiled. 
We  wait  on  Thy  decree. 

3  The  former  and  the  latter  rain, 

The  summer  sun  and  air. 
The  green  ear.  and  the  golden  grain, 
All  Thine,  are  ours  by  prayer. 


OTIlEli    FEASTS   AND    FASTS. 


4  Thine  t(H)  by  ri^lit,  and  ours  by  grace, 
The  \V()n(ht»us  j^iowth  unseen, 
The  hopes  that  soothe,  the  tears  that  brace. 
The  love  that  shines  serene. 

')  So  fjrant  the  precious  thiu<is  brought  forth 
By  sun  and  nioou  below. 
That  Thee,  in  Thy  new  heavens  and  earth. 
We  never  may  forego. 


TIIAXKSGIVIXG   DAY. 
191  8.8.8.8.4.4.8. 

LORD  of  the  harvest,  Thee  we  hail! 
Thine  ancient  promise  doth  not  fail; 
The  varying  seasons  haste  their  round; 
With  goodness  all  our  years  are  crowned; 
Our  thanks  we  pav, 
This  holy  day; 
Oh,  let  our  hearts  in  tune  be  found. 

2  When  spring  doth  wake  the  song  of  mirth, 
When  summer  warms  tlie  fruitful  earth, 
When  autumn  yields  its  ripened  grain. 

Or  winter  sweeps  the  naked  plain, 
We  still  do  sing- 
To  Thee  our  King; 

Through  all  their  changes  Thou  dost  reign. 

3  But  chiefly  when  Thy  liberal  hand 
Bestows  new  plenty  o'er  the  land. 
When  sounds  of  music  fill  the  air. 

As  homeward  all  tlieir  treasures  bear; 

We  too  will  raise 

Our  hymn  of  praise. 
For  we  Thy  common  bounties  share. 

4  Lord  of  the  harvest,  all  is  Thine: 

The  rains  that  fall,  the  suns  that  shine. 
The  seed  once  liidden  in  the  ground. 
The  skill  that  makes  our  fruits  abound: 

New  every  year. 

Thy  gifts  api)ear; 
New  i)raises  from  our  lips  shall  sound. 


192 


8.' 


O  Lord,  our  hearts  we  raise 


rpo  Thee,  O  Lord,  our  hea 
JL  In  hymns  of  adoration, 
To  Thee  bring  sacrifice  of  praise 

With  shouts  of  exultati(»n: 
Bright  robes  of  gold  the  (ichls  adorn, 

Tlic  hills  with  joy  are  lingiiig, 
The  valh-ys  stand  so  thick  with  corn 

Tliiit  even  tlicv  an-  sinking. 


2  And  now  on  this  our  festal  day, 

Thy  bounteous  hand  confessing. 
Upon  Thine  altar.  Lord,  we  lay 

The  first-fruits  of  Thy  blessing. 
By  Thee  the  souls  of  men  are  fed 

With  gifts  of  grace  supernal. 
Thou  Who  dost  give  us  daily  bread, 

Give  us  the  Bread  eternal. 

Z  We  bear  the  burden  of  the  day, 

And  often  toil  seems  dreary; 
But  labor  ends  with  sunset  ray, 

And  rest  is  for  the  weary. 
May  we,  the  angel-reaping  o'er, 

Stand  at  the  last  accei)ted, 
Christ's  golden  sheaves  for  evermore 

To  garners  bright  elected. 

4  Oh,  blessed  is  that  land  of  God, 

Where  saints  abide  forever; 
Where  golden  fields  spread  fair  and  bn^ad, 

Where  tlows  the  crystal  river: 
The  strains  of  all  its  holy  throng 

Witli  ours  to-day  are  l)lending; 
Thrice  blessed  is  t:hat  harvest-song 

Which  never  hath  an  ending. 


193  CM. 

IT^ATHER  of  mercies,  God  of  love, 
'      Whose  gifts  all  creatures  share, 
The  rolling  seasons  as  they  move 
Proclaim  Thy  constant  care. 

2  When  in  the  bosom  of  the  earth 

The  sower  hid  the  grain. 
Thy  goodness  marked  its  secret  birth, 
And  sent  the  early  rain. 

3  The   spring's    sweet    influence,    Lord,    was 

Thine, 
The  seasons  knew  Thy  call; 
Thou  mad'st  the  summer  sun  to  shine, 
The  summer  dews  to  fall. 

4  Thy  gifts  of  mercy  from  above 

Matured  the  swelling  grain; 
And  now  the  harvest  crowns  Thy  love, 
And  plenty  Alls  the  i)lain. 

.5  Oh,  ne'er  may  our  forgetful  hearts 
O'crlook  Thy  boimteous  care, 
But  what  (Mir  Father's  hand  imparts 
Still  own  in  i»raise  and  prayer. 


OTIIEll  FEASTS  AXD  FASTS. 


194  7s. 

PRAISE  to  God,  immortal  praise, 
For  the  love  that  crowns  our  days; 
Bounteous  source  of  every  joy, 
Let  Thy  praise  our  tonoues  employ; 
All  to  Thee,  our  (^od,  we  owe, 
Source  whence  all  our  blessings  flow, 

2  All  the  plenty  summer  pours; 
Autumn's  rich  overflowing  stores; 
Flocks  that  whiten  all  the  plain; 
Yellow  sheaves  of  ripened  grain: 
Lord,  for  these  our  souls  shall  raise 
Grateful  vows  and  solemn  praise. 

3  Peace,  prosperity,  and  health, 
Private  bliss,  and  public  wealth, 
Knowledge  with  its  gladdening  streams. 
Pure  religion's  holier  beams: 

Lord,  for  these  our  souls  shall  raise 
Grateful  vows  and  solemn  praise. 

4  As  Thy  prospering  hand  hath  blest, 
May  we  give  Thee  of  our  best; 
And  by  deeds  of  kindly  love 

For  Thy  mercies  grateful  prove; 
Singing  thus  through  all  our  days, 
Praise  to  God,  immortal  praise. 


195 


«S. 


COME,  ye  thankful  people,  come. 
Raise  the  song  of  harvest-home: 
All  is  safely  gathered  in, 
Ere  the  winter  storms  begin ; 
God,  our  Maker,  doth  provide 
For  our  wants  to  be  supplied ; 
Come  to  God's  owai  temple,  come. 
Raise  the  song  of  harvest-home. 

For  ourselves  are  God's  own  field. 
Fruit  unto  His  praise  to  yield ; 
AVheat  and  tares  together  sown. 
Unto  joy  or  sorrow  grown: 
First  the  blade,  and  then  the  ear. 
Then  the  full  corn  shall  appear: 
Grant,  O  harvest  Lord,  that  we 
Wholesome  grain  and  pure  may  be. 

For  the  Lord  our  God  shall  come. 
And  shall  take  His  harvest  home; 
From  His  field  shall  in  that  day 
All  offences  purge  away; 
Give  His  angels  charge  at  last 
In  the  fire  the  tares  to  cast. 
But  the  fruitful  ears  to  store 
In  His  garner  evermore. 
03 


4  Even  so,  Lord,  quickly  come 
To  Thy  final  harvest-home: 
Gather  Tliou  Tliy  i)eo])h'  in, 
Free  from  sorrow,  ficc  from  sin; 
There  forever  i)urificd. 
In  Thy  i)resence  to  al>i(le: 
Come  with  all  Thine  angels,  come. 
Raise  the  glorious  harvest-home. 

Also  the  following: 
455  The  strain  upraise  of  joy  and  praise. 
458  For  the  beauty  of  the  earth. 
4(30  Now  thank  we  all  our  God. 
4()5  Before  Jehovah's  awful  throne. 
408  O  Lord  of  heaven  and  earth  and  sea. 


NATIONAL  DAYS. 


196 


lOs. 


GOD  of  our  fathers,  Whose  almighty  hand 
Leads  forth  in  beauty  all  the  starry 
band 
Of  shining  worlds  in  splendor  through  the 

skies. 
Our  grateful  songs  before  Thy  throne  arise. 

2  Thy  love  divine  hath  led  us  in  the  past, 
In  this  free  land  by  Thee  our  lot  is  cast: 
Be  Thou  our  ruler,  guardian,  guide  and  stay. 
Thy  word  our  law,  Thy  paths  our  chosen 
way. 

o  From  war's  alarms,  from  deadly  pestilence. 
Be  Thy  strong  arm  our  ever  sure  defence ; 
Thy  true  religion  in  our  hearts  increase. 
Thy  bounteous  goodness  nourish  us  in  peace. 

4  Refresh  Thy  people  on  their  toilsome  way. 
Lead  us  from  night  to  never-ending  day ; 
Fill  all  our  liyes  with  love  and  grace  divine. 
And  glory,  laud  and  praise  be  ever  Thine. 


197 


5.4. 


GOD  of  our  fathers. 
Bless  this  our  land; 
Ocean  to  ocean 

Owneth  Thy  hand. 
Home  of  all  nations 

From  far  and  near, 
Give,  to  unite  us. 

Thy  faith  and  fear. 
God  of  our  fathers 

Failing  us  never, 
God  of  our  fathers, 

Be  ours  forever. 


orilEU   KKASTS   -VXD  FASTS. 


198 


Lord  God  i>f  Sabaotli, 

Mijihty  in  war, 
Boundless  and  numberless 

Thine  armies  are. 
Thy  ri^ht  hand  eonqueretli 

All  That  o)>i)ose; 
Launch  forth  Thy  thunderbolts, 

JSmite  down  our  foes; 
Lord  God  of  JSabaoth, 

Failing  us  never, 
Lord  God  of  iSabaotb, 

Fi<;ht  for  us  ever. 

Loi-d  God  our  Saviour, 

Thy  love  o*erfl(>\vs, 
Makinijj  our  w  ilderness 

Bloom  as  the  rose. 
Thou  with  true  liberty 

Makest  us  free, 
Knowin«jj  no  master, 

No  kin<;,  but  Thee; 
Lord  (iod  our  Saviour, 

Failin<i'  us  never. 
Lord  (r(»d  our  Saviour, 

Keij^n  Thou  forever. 

Spirit  of  unity. 

Crown  of  all  kiufjs, 
Find  us  a  restinjj:  place 

Under  Thy  winjjjs: 
By  Thine  own  ])resence 

Thy  will  be  done, 
Millions  of  free  men 

Banded  as  one. 
Lord  (jod  almi<;hty, 

Failin<.(  us  never. 
Thine  be  the  j;lory. 

Now  and  forever. 


OUR  fathers'  God !  to 
Author  of  liberty, 
To  Thee  we  siiii^: 
Long  may  our  land  be  brigl 
With  freedom's  holy  liglil; 
I'rotect  us  l»y  Thy  miglit, 


6.6.4.G.6.6.4. 
rhee, 


Great  (iod, 


Kin< 


2  liless  Thou  our  native  land! 
Firm  may  she  ever  stand, 

Thr<Migh  stoiin  and  night; 
When  the  wild  temi»ests  rave, 
llnler  of  wind  and  wave, 
!)o  Thou  our  country  save 
By  Thy  great  might. 
04 


o  For  her  our  prayer  shall  rise 
To  (iod,  above  the  skies; 

On  Ilim  we  wail ; 
Thou  Who  art  ever  nigh, 
(Guarding  with  watchful  eye, 
To  Thee  aloud  we  cry, 

God  save  the  state ! 

199  LM. 

OLORD  of  Hosts!  Almighty  King! 
Behold  the  sacrilice  we  bring: 
To  every  arm  Thy  strength  im])art; 
Thy  Spirit  shed  through  every  heart. 

2  "Wake  in  our  breast  the  living  fires. 
The  holy  faith  that  warme<l  our  sires; 
Thy  hand  hath  made  our  nation  free; 
To  die  for  her  is  serving  Thee. 

3  Be  Thou  a  pillared  flame  to  show 
The  midnight  snare,  the  silent  foe; 
And  when  the  battle  thunders  loud, 
Still  guide  us  in  its  moving  cloud. 

4  God  of  all  nations !  Sovereign  Lord ! 

In  Thy  dread  Name  we  draw  the  sword. 
We  lift  the  starry  flag  on  high 
That  fills  with  light  our  stormy  sky. 

5  From  treason's  rent,  from  murder's  stain, 
(iuard  Thou  its  tolds  till  ])eace  shall  reign, 
Till  fort  and  held,  till  shore  and  sea. 

Join  our  loud  anthem,  praise  to  Thee! 


200 


ii.io.n.9. 

GOD  the  all-merciful !  earth  hath  forsaken 
Thy  w^ays  of  blessedness,  slighted  Thy 
word; 
Bid  not  Thy  wrath  in  its  terrors  awaken; 
Give  to  us  peace  in  our  time  O  J.ord. 

2  (iod  the  all-righteous  One  I  man  hath  delied 
Thee; 
Yet  to  eternity  standeth  Thy  word. 
Falsehood  and  wrong  shall  not  tarrv  beside 
Thee; 
Give  to  us  peace  in  our  time  O  Lord. 

;)  (iod  the  all-wise!  by  the  fire  of  Thy  chas- 
tening, 
Earth  shall  to  freed<»m   and  truth  be  re- 
stored; 
Through  the  thick  darkness  Thy  kingdom 
is  hastening: 
Thon  wilt  liive  i)eace  in  Thy  time  O  Lord. 


OTIIEli   FEA.STfS   AND    FASTS. 


4  So  will  Thy  people,  with  thankful  devotion, 
l*raise  Ilini  Who  saved  them  from  peril 
and  sword, 
Slioutin<i'  in  chorus  from  ocean  to  ocean. 
Peace  to   the  nations,  and  praise  to  the 
Lord. 

201  L.M. 

OGOD  of  love,  O  King:  of  peace. 
Make  wars  throughout  the  world  to 
cease; 
The  wrath  of  sinful  man  restrain, 
Give  peace,  O  God,  give  peace  again! 

2  Remember,  Lord,  Thy  works  of  old, 
The  wonders  that  our  fathers  told; 
Remember  not  our  sin's  dark  stain, 
Give  peace,  O  God,  give  peace  again! 

3  Whom  shall  we  trust  but  Thee,  O  Lord  ? 
Where  rest  but  on  Thy  faithful  word  ? 
None  ever  called  on  Thee  in  vain, 

Give  peace,  O  God,  give  peace  again! 

4  W^here  saints  and  angels  dwell  above. 
All  hearts  are  knit  in  holy  love; 

Oh,  bind  us  in  that  heavenly  chain! 


Give  peace,  O  God,  give  peace  again! 


202 


P.M. 


LORD  God,  we  worship  Thee ! 
In  loud  and  happy  chorus 
We  praise  Thy  love  and  power. 
Whose  goodness  reigneth  o'er  us. 
To  heaven  our  song  shall  soar. 

Forever  shall  it  be 
Resounding  o'er  and  o'er. 
Lord  God,  we  worship  Thee ! 

Lord  God,  we  worship  Thee ! 

For  Thou  our  land  defendest; 
Thou  pourest  dow  n  Thy  grace, 
And  strife  and  war  Thou  endest. 
Since  golden  peace,  O  Lord, 

Thou  grantest  us  to  see. 
Our  land,  with  one  accord. 

Lord  God,  gives  thanks  to  Thee ! 

Lord  God,  we  worship  Thee! 

Thou  didst  indeed  chastise  us, 
Yet  still  Thy  anger  spares. 
And  still  Thy  mercy  tries  us: 
Once  more  our  Father's  hand 

Doth  bid  our  sorrows  flee. 
And  peace  rejoice  our  land: 
Lord  God,  we  worship  Thee ! 
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203  87 

DREAD  Jehovah,  (iod  of  nations, 
From  Thy  temple  in  the  skies, 
Hear  Thy  i)eoi)le's  supplications, 
Xow  for  their  deliverance  rise. 

2  Lo,  with  deep  contrition  turning, 

Humbly  at  Thy  feet  we  bend; 
Hear  us,  fasting,  praying,  mourning; 
Hear  us,  spare  us,  and  defend. 

3  Though  our  sins,  our  hearts  confounding. 

Long  and  loud  for  vengeance  call, 
Thou  hast  mercy  more  abounding, 
Jesus'  blood  can  cleanse  from  all. 

4  Let  that  love  veil  our  transgression. 

Let  that  blood  our  guilt  efface: 

Save  Thy  people  from  oppression, 

Save  from  spoil  Thy  holy  place. 

THE   OLD   YEAR. 

204  8.7.8.7.8.8.7, 

ACROSS  the  sky  the  shades  of  night 
J\.  This  winter's  eve  are  fleeting: 
We  deck  Thine  altar.  Lord,  with  light. 

In  solemn  worship  meeting: 
And  as  the  year's  last  hours  go  by, 
W"e  lift  to  Thee  our  earnest  cry. 

Once  more  Thy  love  entreating. 

2  Before  the  cross,  subdued  we  bow. 

To  Thee  our  prayers  addressing; 
Recounting  all  Thy  mercies  now. 

And  all  our  sins  confessing; 
Beseeching  Thee,  this  coming  year. 
To  hold  us  in  Thy  faith  and  fear, 

And  crown  us  with  Thy  blessing. 

3  And,  while  we  kneel,  we  lift  our  eyes 

To  dear  ones  gone  before  us. 
Safe  housed  with  Thee  in  Paradise, 

Whose  peace  descendeth  o'er  us: 
And  beg  of  Thee,  when  life  is  past, 
To  re-unite  vis  all,  at  last. 

And  to  our  lost  restore  us. 

4  W3  gather  up,  in  this  brief  hour, 

The  memory  of  Thy  mercies ; 
Thy  wondrous  goodness,  love,  and  power, 

Our  grateful  song  rehearses : 
For  Thou  hast  been  our  strength  and  stay, 
In  many  a  dark  and  dreary  day 

Of  sorrow  and  reverses. 


OTHER   FEASTS   AXD   FASTS. 


lu  many  an  hour,  \vhen  foar  and  dread, 
Like  evil  si>ells  have  luniud  us. 

And  eh»uds  were  i^atheriiii;  overhead, 
Thy  providence  hatli  found  us: 

In  many  a  ni<::ht  when  waves  ran  hi>ih, 

Thy  "gracious  presence  drawing"  nigh 
Hath  made  all  calm  around  us. 


Then,  O  <jreat  God,  in  years  to  come, 

Whatever  fate  betide  us, 
Ilight  onward  through  our  journey  home 

Be  Thou  at  hand  to  guide  us: 
Nor  leave  us  till,  at  close  of  life, 
Safe  from  all  perils,  toil,  and  strife. 

Heaven  shall  unfold  and  hide  us. 


205 


D.S.M. 


A' 


FEW  more  years  shall  roll, 
A  few  more  seasons  come, 
And  we  shall  he  with  those  that  rest 
Asleep  within  the  tomb; 
Then,  O  my  Lord,  prepare 
My  soul  for  that  great  day; 
Oh,  wash  me  in  Thy  precious  blood. 
And  take  my  sins  away. 

A  few  more  suns  shall  set 
O'er  these  dark  hills  of  time, 

And  we  shall  be  where  suns  are  not, 
A  far  serener  clime: 
Then,  O  my  Lord,  i)repare 
My  soul  for  that  blest  day; 

Oh,  wash  me  in  Thy  ])recious  blood, 
And  take  my  sins  away. 

A  few  more  storms  shall  beat 
On  this  wild  rocky  shore, 

And  we  shall  be  where  temi)ests  cease. 
And  surges  swell  no  more: 
Then,  O  my  Lord,  ])rei)are 
My  soul  for  that  calm  day; 

Oh,  wash  me  in  Thy  precious  l)loo(l, 
And  take  my  sins  away. 

A  few  more  struggles  here, 
A  few  m<»r(!  ])artings  o'er, 

A  few  more  toils,  a  few  mor(!  tears. 
And  wc  shall  wccj*  no  more: 
Then,  O  Tuy  Lor<l,  i)repare 
My  soul  for  that  l)right  day: 

Oh,  wash  me  in  Thy  jirecious  Idood, 
And  take  my  sins  away. 
00 


0  "Tis  but  a  little  while 

And  He  shall  come  again. 
Who  died  that  we  might  live.  Who  lives 

That  we  with  Him  may  reign: 

Then.  O  my  Lord,  })  rep  a  re 

My  soul  for  that  glad  day; 
Oh,  wash  me  in  Thy  precious  lilood. 

And  take  my  sins  away. 

Also  the  following: 

410  O  God  of  Bethel,  by  Whose  hand. 

417  O  God,  our  help  in  ages  past. 

418  Jesus  still  lead  on. 

420  Lead  us,  O  Father,  in  the  paths  of  peace. 
013  Days  and  moments  (piickly  llying. 
()!.')  I'm  but  a  stranger  here. 


206 


THE    NEW  YEAli. 


<s. 


FOR  Thy  mercy  and  Thy  grace. 
Faithful  through  another  year, 
Hear  our  song  of  thankfulness; 
Jesus,  our  Redeemer,  hear. 

2  In  our  weakness  and  distress. 

Rock  of  strength,  be  Thou  our  stay; 
In  the  i)athless  wilderness 
Be  our  true  and  living  way. 

3  Who  of  us  death's  awful  road 

In  the  coming  year  shall  tread, 
With  Thy  rod  and  statt",  O  God, 
Comfort  Thou  his  dying  bed. 

4  Keep  us  faithful,  keep  us  pure. 

Keep  us  evermore  Thine  own, 
Ilel]),  oh,  help  us  to  endure. 
Fit  us  for  tlie  promised  crown! 

5  So  within  Thy  palace  gate 

We  shall  i)raise,  on  golden  strings, 
Thee  the  only  Potentate, 

Lord  of  lords  and  King  of  kings. 

207  76. 

j^ROM  glory  unto  glory  I     Be  this  our  Joy- 


]H 


ous  song; 
As  on  the  King's  own  highway,  we  bravely 

march  along. 
From  gl(»ry  unto  glory  I     O  w(»rd  (»f  stirring 

cheer. 
As  dawns  the  s(tlemn  brightness  of  another 

glad  New  Year. 


OTHER   FEAJSTS   AND   FASTS. 


2  From  glory  unto  glory!     What  great  things 

He  hath  done. 
What  wonders  He  hath  shown  us,  what  tri- 

uni})hs  He  liatli  won  I 
From    glory    unto    glory  I      What    mighty 

blessings  crown 
The  lives  tor  which  our  Lord  hath  laid  His 

own  so  freely  down  I 

3  The  fullness  of  His  blessing  encompasseth 

our  way; 
The  fullness  of  His  promises  crowns  every 

brightening  day; 
The  fullness  of  His  glory  is  beaming  from 

above, 
While  more  and  more  we  learn  to  know-  the 

fullness  of  His  love. 

4  And  closer  yet  and  closer  the  golden  bonds 

shall  be, 

Uniting  all  who  love  our  Lord  in  pure  sin- 
cerity; 

And  wider  yet  and  wider  shall  the  circling 
glorj'  glow, 

As  more  and  more  are  taught  of  God  that 
mighty  love  to  know. 

5  Oh,  let  our  adoration  for  all  that  He  hath 

done. 

Peal  out  beyond  the  stars  of  God,  while 
voice  and  life  are  one; 

And  let  our  consecration  be  real,  deep,  and 
true : 

Oh,  even  now  our  hearts  shall  bow,  and  joy- 
ful vows  renew. 

C  Xow  onward,  ever  onward,  from  strength  to 

strength  we  go, 
I     While  grace  for  grace  abundantly  shall  from 
His  fullness  tlow. 
To  glory's  full  fruition,  from  glory's  fore- 
taste here. 
Until  His  very  presence  crown  our  happiest 
Xew  Year. 


208 


'.6. 


ANOTHER  year  is  dawning, 
.    Dear  Master,  let  it  be 
In  w'orking  and  in  waiting 
Another  year  with  Thee. 

2  Another  year  of  leaning 
L^pon  Thy  loving  breast. 
Of  ever  deepening  trustfulness. 
Of  quiet,  happy  rest. 
67 


3  Another  year  of  mercies, 

Of  faithfulness  ami  grace; 
Another  year  of  gladness 
In  the  shining  of  Thy  face. 

4  Another  year  of  progress, 

Another  year  of  i)raise; 
Another  year  of  proving 

Thy  presence  "all  the  days." 

5  Another  year  of  service. 

Of  witness  for  Thy  love; 
Another  year  of  training 
For  holier  work  above. 

6  Another  year  is  dawning, 

Dear  Master,  let  it  be, 

On  earth,  or  else  in  heaven, 

Another  year  for  Thee. 

Also  the  following: 

497  Go  forward  Christian  soldier, 

498  Looking  upward  every  day. 
533  Xow  a  new  year  opens. 
619  My  times  are  in  Thy  hand. 
621  Though  faint  yet  pursuing. 
659  Jesus  I  live  to  Thee. 


THE   SEASOX^S. 

[SPRIXCx.] 

209  P.M. 

FOR  all  Thy  love  and  goodness,  so  bounti- 
ful and  free, 
Thy  Xame,  Lord,  be  adored  I 
On  the  wings  of  joyous  praise  our  hearts 
soar  up  to  Thee : 
Glory  to  the  Lord ! 

2  The   spring-time   breaks   all   round   about, 

waking  from  winter's  night: 
Thy  Xame,  Lord,  be  adored! 
The  sunshine,  like  God's  love,  pours  down 

in  Hoods  of  golden  light : 
Glory  to  the  Lord ! 

3  A  voice  of  joy  is  in  all  the  earth,  a  voice  is 

in  all  the  air: 
Thy  Xame,  Lord,  be  adored ! 
All  nature  singeth  aloud  to  God;  there  is 

gladness  everywhere : 
Glory  to  the  Lord ! 


OTHER   FEA.STS   AND   FAJST.S. 


4  The  flowers  are  strewn  in  tiehl  and  copse,  on  i 

the  hill  and  on  the  jdain: 
Thy  Name.  Lord,  he  adored! 
The  soft  air  stirs  in  the  tender  leaves  that 

clothe  the  trees  a^ain: 
Glory  to  the  Lord ! 

5  The  works  of  Thy  hands  are  very  fair;  and 

for  all  Thy  bounteous  love, 

Thy  Name,  Lord,  be  adored! 
But  what,  if  this  world  is  so  fair,  is  the  bet- 
ter land  above  ? 

Glory  to  the  Lord ! 

G  Oh,  to  awake  from  death's  short  sleep,  like 
the  flowers  from  their  wintry  grave! 
Thy  Name,  Lord,  be  adored ! 
And   to  rise  all    t^iorious  in  the  day  when 
Christ  shall  come  to  save! 
Glory  to  the  Lord! 

7  Oh,  to  dwell  in  that  happy  land,  where  the 
heart  cannot  choose  but  sing! 
Thy  Name,  Lord,  be  adored! 
And  where  the  life  of  the  blessed  ones  is  a 
beautiful  endless  Spring! 
Glory  to  the  Lord ! 


211 


"We  will  never  doubt  Thee, 

Though  Thou  veil  Thy  light 
Life  is  dark  without  Thee; 

Death  with  Thee  is  bright. 
Light  of  light!  shine  o'er  us 

On  our  i)ilgrim  way; 
Go  Thou  still  before  us 

To  the  endless  day. 


[autumn.] 


210  [SUMMER.] 

SUMMER  suns  are  glowing 
Over  land  and  sea, 
Happy  light  is  liowing 

Bountiful  and  free. 
Everything  rejoices 

In  the  mellow  rays, 
All  earth's  thousand  voices 
Swell  the  psalm  of  praise. 

2  God's  free  mercy  streameth 

Over  all  the  world. 
And  His  banner  gleameth 

Everywhere  unfurled. 
Broad  and  deep  and  glorious 

As  the  heaven  above. 
Shines  in  might  victorious 

Jlis  eternal  love. 

3  Lord,  upon  our  blindness 

Thy  pure  radiance  jxMir; 
Foi'  Thy  loving-kindness 

Make  us  love  Thee  more. 
And  when  chMids  are  drifting 

Daik  a(r(»ss  oui*  sky. 
Then,  the  veil  uplifting, 

Father,  be  Thou  nigh. 

m 


6.5. 


THE  year  is  swiftly  waning; 
The  summer  days  are  past: 
And  life,  brief  life,  is  speeding; 
The  end  is  nearing  fast. 

2  The  ever-changing  seasons 

In  silence  come  and  go; 
But  Thou,  eternal  Father, 
No  time  nor  change  canst  know. 

3  Oh,  pour  Thy  grace  upon  us, 

That  we  may  worthier  be. 
Each  year  that  passes  o'er  us, 
To  dwell  in  heaven  with  Thee! 

4  Behold  the  bending  orchards 

With  bounteous  fruits  are  crowned; 
Lord,  in  our  hearts  more  richly 
Let  heavenly  fruits  abound. 

5  Oh,  by  each  mercy  sent  us. 

And  by  each  grief  and  pain. 
By  blessings  like  the  sunshine, 
And  sorrows  like  the  rain, 

G  Our  barren  hearts  make  fruitful 
With  every  goodly  grace. 
That  we  Thy  Name  may  hallow, 
And  see  at  last  Thy  face. 


212 


[WIXTKK.] 


<S. 


WINTER  reigneth  o'er  the  land. 
Freezing  with  its  icy  breath: 
Dead  and  bare  the  tall  trees  stand; 
All  is  chill  and  drear  as  death. 

Vet  it  seemeth  but  a  day 

Since  the  sumiiicr  llowers  were  here, 
Since  they  stacked  the  balmy  hay. 

Since  tiiey  reaprd  tlic  Ljoldcn  ear. 


THE   CHUKCII— HOLY    BAPTD^M. 


;>  Sunny  days  are  past  and  «i<)ne: 
So  tlie  years  go  speeding  fast, 
Onward  ever,  each  new  one 
Swifter  speeding  than  the  last. 


4  Life  is  waning;  life  is  brief ; 

Death,  like  winter,  standeth  nigh: 
Each  one,  like  the  falling  leaf, 
Soon  sliall  fade,  and  fall,  and  die. 


:>  But  the  sleeping  earth  shall  wake. 

New  born  liow^ers  shall  burst  in  bloom, 
And  all  nature,  rising,  break 
Glorious  from  its  wintry  tomb. 


G  So  the  saints  from  slumber  blest, 
Kising  shall  awake  and  sing, 
And  our  tiesh  in  hope  shall  rest. 
Till  this  breaks  the  endless  Spring. 


III.   E\)t  Cljurcij. 

HOLY   BAPTISM. 
213  10.6.10.6.8.8.4. 

FATHER  of  heaven.  Who  hast  created  all 
In  wisest  love,  we  pray. 
Look  on  this  child,  who  at  Thy  gracious  call 
Is  entering  on  life's  w^ayl 
Oh,  make  it  Thine,  Thy  blessing  give, 
That  to  Thy  glory  it  may  live, 
Father  of  heaven ! 


2  O  Son  of  God,  atoning  Lord,  behold 
We  bring  this  child  to  Thee; 
Take  it,  O  loving  Shepherd,  to  Thy  fold, 
Forever  Thine  to  be : 
Defend  it  through  this  earthly  strife, 
And  lead  it  in  the  path  of  life, 
O  Son  of  God ! 


O  Holy  Ghost,  Who  broodest  o'er  the  wave. 

Descend  upon  this  child: 
Give  it  undying  life,  its  spirit  lave 
With  waters  undefiled ; 
And  make  it  evermore  to  be 
A  child  of  God,  a  home  for  Thee, 
O  Holy  Ghost! 
09 


4  O  Triune   God,  what  Thou   hast   willed   is 
done; 
We  si)eak:  but  Thine  the  might; 
This  cliild  hath  scarce  yet  seen  our  earthly 
sun. 
Yet  i)our  on  it  Thy  light 
Of  faith,  and  hope,  and  j<>yful  love, 
Thou  Sun  of  all  below,  above, 
O  Triune  God. 


214  8 

SAVIOUK,  Who  Thy  flock  art  feeding. 
With  the  shepherd's  kindest  care, 
All  the  feeble  gently  leading, 
While  the  lambs  Thy  bosom  share; 


2  Now,  these  little  ones  receiving, 

Fold  them  in  Thy  gracious  arm ; 
There  we  know.  Thy  word  believing, 
Only  there  secure  from  harm. 

3  Never  from  Thy  pasture  roving 

Let  them  be  the  lion's  prey; 
Let  Thy  tenderness,  so  loving. 
Keep  them  all  life's  dangerous  way. 

4  Then,  within  Thy  fold  eternal. 

Let  them  find  a  resting-place; 
Feed  in  pastures  ever  vernal. 
Drink  the  rivers  of  Thy  grace. 


215 


7.6. 


0  FATHER,  bless  the  children 
Brought  hither  to  Thy  gate; 
Lift  up  their  fallen  nature. 
Restore  their  lost  estate; 
Renew  Thy  image  in  them. 

And  own  them,  by  this  sign. 
Thy  very  sons  and  daughters. 
New  born  of  birth  divine. 


O  .lesu.  Lord,  receive  them; 

Thy  loving  arms  of  old 
Were  opened  w  ide  to  welcome 

The  children  to  Thy  fold; 
Let  these,  baptized,  and  dying. 

Then  rising  from  the  dead. 
Henceforth  be  living  members 

Of  Thee,  their  living  Head. 


THE   CIIUIICII— COXFIILMATIOX, 


3  O  IIc»ly  .Spirit,  keep  them; 

Dwell  with  them  ti»  the  last, 
Till  all  the  light  is  ended, 

And  all  the  sttunis  are  past. 
Keuew  the  gift  bai)tismal. 

From  streugtli  to  strength,  till  each, 
The  troublous  waves  o'ereoming. 

The  laud  of  life  shall  reaeh. 

4  O  Father,  Son,  and  Spirit. 

O  Wisdom,  Love,  and  Power, 
AVe  wait  the  i)romised  blessing 

In  this  accepted  hour  I 
We  name  u])on  the  children 

The  Threefold  Name  divine: 
Keceive  them,  cleanse  them,  own  them. 

And  keep  tliem  ever  Thine. 


o  In  token  that  thou  too  shalt  tread 
The  path  He  travelled  by. 
Endure  the  cross,  desi)ise  the  shame, 
And  sit  thee  down  on  high; 

4  Thus  outwardly  and  visibly 
AVe  seal  thee  for  His  own: 
And  may  the  brow  that  wears  His  cross 
Hereafter  share  His  crown. 


218 


ADULTS. 


S.M. 


216 


OGOD  our  strength,  our  hope,  our 
Whose  promise  faileth  never. 
Into  Thy  chosen  blood-bought  flock, 
Keceive  this  child  forever. 

2  Xow  sealed  with  Thy  thrice  holy  Name 

In  these  baptismal  w  aters. 
For  lihn  a  i)lace  we  humbly  claim 
Among  Thy  sous  and  daughters. 

3  We  mark  the  cross  upon  /**.s  brow, 

The  symbol  of  Thy  Passion; 
O  Christ,  vouchsafe  his  earliest  vow 
May  be  hla  life's  confession. 

4  This  banner  over  Jtim  unfurled, 

May  /le  light  on,  subduing 
The  flesh,  the  devil,  and  the  world; 
7//.S  strength  in  Thee  renewing. 

5  May  nothing.  Lord,  in  life  or  death 

From  Thee  Thy  servant  sever: 
Thy  soldier  true  to  plighted  faith, 
Henceforward,  and  forever. 


8.7. 

rock, 


217 


CM. 


IN  token  that  thou  shalt  not  fear 
Christ  crucilied  to  ow  n, 
AVe  ])rint  the  cross  upon  thee  here, 
And  stamj)  thee  His  alone. 

2  In  token  that  thou  shalt  n<.t  l)lush 
To  ghuy  in  His  Naiiu-, 
AVe  blaz(»n  here  ujxtu  thy  front, 
His  glory  and  Mis  shame. 
70 


^TAND,  soldier  of  the  cross, 
r^     Thy  high  allegiance  claim, 
And  vow  to  hold  the  world  but  loss 
For  thy  Redeemer's  Name. 

2  Arise,  and  be  baptized. 

And  wash  thy  sins  away; 
Thy  league  with  God  be  solemnized, 
Thy  faith  avouched  to-day. 

3  Thine  is  our  country  now. 

Our  Lord  and  Master  thine. 
Receive  imprinted  on  thy  brow 
His  Passion's  awful  sign. 

4  No  more  thine  own,  but  Christ's; 

AVith  all  the  saints  of  old. 
Apostles,  seers,  evangelists. 
And  martyr  throngs  enrolled. 

5  Oh,  bright  the  conqueror's  crown, 

The  song  of  triumph  sweet. 
AATien  faith  casts  every  troi)hy  down 
At  our  great  Captain's  feet. 

Also  the  following: 

282  O  Lord,  our  strength  in  weakness. 

4i)(i  Soldiers  of  Christ,  arise. 

45)7  Go  forward,  Christian  soldier. 


219 


CONFIRMATION. 


D.L.M. 


OGOD,  in  Whose  all-searching  eye 
Thy  servants  stand,  to  ratify 
The  vow  bai)tismal,  by  them  made 
AVhen  hrst  Thy  hand  was  on  them  laid; 
IJless  them,  o'ib.ly  Father,  Idess. 
Who  Thee  with  heart  and  voice  confess 
^May  they,  acknowledged  as  Thine  own, 
Stand  evermore  before  Thv  throne. 


THE   CnUrX'II— CONFIILMATIOX. 


O  Clnist,  "Who  didst  at  Pentecost 

Seud  down  from  heaven  the  Holy  Ghost; 

And  at  Samaria  baptize 

Those  whom  Tlu»u  didst  evan<ielize; 

And  then  on  Thy  baptized  confer 

The  best  of  gifts,  tlie  Comforter, 

By  apostolic  hands,  and  prayer; 

Be  with  us  now,  as  Thou  wert  there. 

Arm  these  Thy  soldiers,  mighty  Lord, 
With  shield  of  faitli,  anil  ISpirit's  sword; 
Forth  to  the  battle  may  they  go, 
And  boldly  fight  against  the  foe, 
With  banner  of  the  cross  unfurled, 
And  by  it  overcome  the  world; 
And  so  at  last  receive  from  Thee 
The  palm  and  crown  of  victory. 

Come,  ever  blessed  Spirit,  come. 

And  make  Thy  servants"  hearts  Thy  home: 

Thus  consecrated,  Lord,  to  Thee, 

May  each  a  living  temple  be. 

Enrich  that  temple's  holy  shrine 

With  sevenfold  gifts  of  grace  divine; 

With  wisdom,  light,  and  knowledge,  bless, 

Strength,  counsel,  fear,  and  godliness. 


220  SM 

THE  cross  is  on  our  brow. 
Redemption's  awful  sign: 
Come  Thou.  O  Holy  Spirit,  now. 
To  seal  the  work  divine. 


2  Thy  sevenfold  gifts  impart, 

6  Comforter  most  sweet : 
I       Intiame  with  zeal  each  lukewarm  heart. 
And  guide  the  trembling  feet. 

3  With  Pentecostal  force 

I  Thy  presence  let  us  feel : 

I       With  strength.  Who  art  Thyself  its  source, 
Inspire  us  as  we  kneel. 

,  4  Confirm  in  us  t(»-day 
I  The  work  that  Thou  hast  wrought: 

Illume  the  souls  with  love's  pure  ray, 
Which  Jesus'  blood  hath  bought. ' 

!  5  No  earth-forged  arms  we  bear: 

I  Strength,  weapons,  all  are  Thine: 

Accept  each  vow  and  hear  each  prayer, 
\  Blest  Trinity  divine. 

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221 

H 


ULY  Spirit,  Lord  c»f  love. 

Thou  Who  camest  from  above, 
(iifts  of  blessing  to  bestow 
On  Thy  waiting  Church  below; 
Once  again  in  love  draw  near 
To  Thy  children  gathered  here. 

2  From  their  bright  baptismal  day. 
Through  their  cliildhuod's  cmward  way, 
Thou  hast  been  their  constant  guide. 
Watching  ever  by  their  side; 

IMay  they  now  till  life  shall  end. 
Choose  and  know  Thee  as  their  friend. 

3  Give  them  light  Thy  truth  to  see, 
Give  them  life  to  live  for  Thee, 
Daily  power  to  conquer  sin, 
Patient  faith  the  crown  to  win; 
Shield  them  from  temptation's  breath. 
Keep  them  faithful  unto  death. 

4  When  the  holy  vow  is  made, 
When  the  hands  are  on  them  laid, 
Come,  in  this  most  solemn  hour. 
With  Thy  sevenfold  gifts  of  power. 
Come,  Thou  blessed  Spirit,  come, 
Make  each  heart  Thy  happy  home. 

222  l:^!. 

DPvAW,  Holy  Ghost,  Thy  sevenfold  veil 
Between  us  and  the  fires  of  youth; 
Breathe,  Holy  Ghost.  Thy  freshening  gale 
Our  fevered  brow  in  age  to  soothe. 

2  Forever  on  our  souls  be  traced 

This  blessing  from  the  Saviour's  hand, 
A  sheltering  rock  in  memory's  waste, 
O'ershadowine  all  the  wearv  land. 


223 
H 


8.7. 


OLY  Spirit,  Lord  of  glory. 


Look  on  us  Thy  flock  to-day. 
Meekly  kneeling  at  Thy  footstool 

For  Thy  sevenfold  gifts  we  pray; 
(4uide  us  all  our  eartldy  journey 

In  the  true  and  narrow  way. 

2  Foes  on  every  hand  are  round  us. 

And  our  hearts  are  weak  and  frail; 

Gird  us  with  Thy  heavenly  arnK»r; 
Never  let  us  yield  or  quail; 

Give  us  victory  in  the  struggle. 
When  the  hosts  of  sin  assail. 


THE    CllUJiCII— HOLY    COMMUXIOX. 


lileshcd  Jesus,  draw  Tlum  near  us, 
As  before  Thy  cross  we  how: 

Help  us  to  he  true  and  faithful, 
Seal  our  sacramental  V(»w; 

>\'e  Thy  soldiers  are,  and  servants; 
Hear  i>ur  solemn  i»romise  now. 

Lead  us  hy  Thy  p:uidin<:  presence 

Throu<ih  the  waste,  with  danjier  rife; 

Feed  us  with  the  heavenly  manna, 
That  we  faint  not  in  the  strife; 

Slake  our  weary  spirits'  thirsting, 
From  the  living  well  of  life. 

Looking  ever  unto  Jesus, 

Leaning  on  His  staff  and  rod; 

May  we  follow  in  His  footsteps, 
Tread  the  path  that  He  has  trod, 

Till  we  dwell  with  Him  forever 
In  the  Paradise  of  God. 


224 


<S. 


JL      Hear  us  from  Thy  throne  above; 
Thine  forever  may  we  be, 
Here,  and  in  eternity. 

2  Thine  forever  I  Oh,  how  blest 
They  who  lind  in  Thee  their  rest! 
Shei)lierd,  Guardian,  heavenly  Friend, 
Oh,  defend  us  to  the  end! 

3  Thine  forever!  Lord  of  life, 
Shield  us  through  our  earthly  strife: 
Thou  the  Life,  the  Truth,  the  Way, 
Guide  us  to  the  realms  of  day. 

4  Thine  forever!  Saviour,  keep 

These  Tliy  weak  and  trembling  sheep, 
,  Safe  alone  l)eneath  Thy  care, 
Let  us  all  Thy  goodness  share. 

5  Thine  forever!  Thou  our  Guide, 
All  our  wants  l)y  'i'hee  supplied; 
All  our  sins  ])y  Thee  forgiven, 
Lead  us,  Lorcl,  from  earth  to  heaven. 


225 


L.M. 


day,  that  stays  my  choice 


HAPl'V 
>n  The*;,  my  Saviour  and  my  (iod. 


Well  may  this  glowing  heart  icjoice, 
And  tell  Thy  goodness  all  abroad. 
72 


I  2  Here  rest,  my  oft-divided  heart, 

Fixed  on  thy  God,  thy  Saviour,  rest; 

Who  with  the  world  would  grieve  to  part 

When  called  on  angels*  food  to  feast  ".* 

3  High  Heaven  that  heard  the  solemn  vow. 
That  vow  renewed  shall  daily  hear; 
Till  in  life's  latest  hour  1  bow, 

And  bless  in  death  a  bond  so  dear. 


HOLY   COMMUNION. 

226  lOs 

HEIJE,   O   mv  Lord,  I  see  Thee  face  t<> 
face ; 
Here  would   I  touch   and   handle  thinu^ 
unseen; 
Here  grasp  with  firmer  hand  eternal  grace. 
And  all  my  weariness  upon  Thee  lean. 

2  Here  would  I  feed  upon  the  bread  of  God: 

Here  drink  with  Thee  the  royal  wine  <>t 
lieaven; 
Here  would  I  lay  aside  each  earthly  load, 
Here  taste  afresh  the  calm  of  sin  forgiven. 

3  I  have  no  helj)  but  Thine;  nor  do  I  need 

Another  arm  save  Thine  to  lean  ui)on; 
It  is  enough,  my  Lord,  enough  indeed; 
My  strength  is  in  Thy  might,  Thy  might 
alone. 

4  Mine  is  the  sin,  but  Thine  the  righteousness; 

Mine  is  the  guilt,  but  Thine  tlie  cleansing 

blood: 
Here  is  my  robe,  my  refuge,  and  my  i)eace; 
Thy  blood.  Thy  righteousness,  O  Lord,  my 

God ! 


227  10s. 

DRAW   niuh   and  take    the    B(»dv  of    the 
Lord.  ' 
And  drink  the  holy  lilood  for  you  outjtoured. 

2  Saved  by  that  Body  and  that  holy  Blood, 
With  souls  refreshed,   we  render  thanks  t<» 
God. 

;i  Salvation's  giver,  Christ,  tin;  only  Son, 
By  His  dear  cross  and  blood  the  victory  won. 

4  Offered  was  He  for  grt^atest  and  for  least, 
Himself  the  Victim,  and  Himself  the  Priest. 


THE    CHUKCII— HOLY    CUMM UNION. 


.")  Victiiiis  ^vere  offeied  by  the  law  of  old, 
That  iu  a  type  celestial  mysteries  told. 

6  He,  Ransomer  from  death,  and  Light  from 

shade, 
Xow  gives  His  holy  grace.  His  saints  to  aid. 

7  Approach  ye  then  with  faithful  hearts  sin- 

cere. 
And  take  the  safeguard  of  salvation  here. 

8  He,  that  His  saints  in  this  world  rules  and 

shields, 
To  all  believers  life  eternal  yields; 

*.>  With  heavenly  bread  makes  them  that  hun- 
ger whole. 
Gives  living  waters  to  the  thirsting  soul. 

10  Alpha  and  Omega,  to  Whom  shall  bow 
All  nations  at  the  doom,  is  with  us  now. 


228  c.  M. 

OGOD,  unseen  yet  ever  near, 
Thy  presence  may  we  feel; 
And  thus  inspired  with  holy  fear, 
Before  Thine  altar  kneel. 


:  2  Here  may  Thy  faithful  people  know 

The  blessings  of  Thy  love, 
I      The  streams  that  through  the  desert  flow, 
j  The  manna  from  above. 

I  3  We  come,  obedient  to  Thy  word, 

To  feast  on  heavenly  food ; 
I       Our  meat  the  Body  of  the  Lord, 

Our  drink  His  precious  Blood. 

4  Thus  may  we  all  Thy  word  obey, 
For  we,  O  God,  are  Thine; 
And  go  rejoicing  on  our  way. 
Renewed  with  strength  divine. 


3  While  on  Thy  dear  cross  we  gaze, 
^Mourning  o'er  our  sinful  ways, 
Turn  our  sadness  into  praise. 

4  When  we  taste  the  mystic  wine, 
Of  Thine  outi)oured  blood  the  sign. 
Fill  our  hearts  with  love  divine. 

5  Draw  us  to  Thy  wounded  side, 
Whence  there  flowed  the  healing  tide: 
There  our  sins  and  sorrows  hide. 

6  From  the  bonds  of  sin  release; 
Cold  and  wavering  faith  increase; 
Lamb  of  God,  grant  us  Thy  peace. 

7  Lead  us  by  Thy  pierced  hand, 
Till  around  Thy  throne  we  stand. 
In  the  bright  and  better  land. 


230 
O 


'.6.7.7.6. 


BREAD  of  Life  from  heaven, 
To  saints  and  anuels  oiven: 


229 


<s. 


JESU  to  Thy  table  led. 
Now  let  every  heart  be  fed, 
With  the  true  and  living  bread. 

2  While  in  penitence  we  kneel, 
Thy  blest  presence  let  us  feel, 
All  Thy  wondrous  love  reveal. 
73 


O  manna  from  above  I 
The  souls  that  hunger,  feed  Thou, 
The  hearts  that  seek  Thee,  lead  Thou, 

With  Thy  sweet,  tender  love. 

2  O  fount  of  grace  redeeming, 
O  river  ever  streaming 

From  Jesus'  holy  side! 
Come  Thou,  Thyself  bestowing 
On  thirsting  souls,  and  flowing 

Till  all  are  satisfled. 

3  Jesu,  this  feast  receiving. 
Thy  word  of  truth  believing. 

We  Thee  unseen  adore; 
Grant,  when  the  veil  is  rended. 
That  we,  to  heaven  ascended, 

May  see  Thee  evermore. 


231 


7s. 


BREAD  of  heaven,  on  Thee  we  feed, 
For  Thy  flesh  is  meat  indeed  : 
Ever  may  our  souls  be  fed 
AVith  this  true  and  living  bread; 
Day  by  day  with  strength  sui)i>lied, 
Throuijh  the  life  of  Him  Who  died. 


THE  riiur.cii— HOLY  communiox. 


2  Vine  oi  lieaveu,  Thy  l»U)od  supplies 
This  blest  cup  of  saeiiliee; 
Lord,  Thy  ^voun(ls  <tur  healinjr  give, 
To  Tliy  ci-oss  we  lo«»k  aud  live: 
Jesu,  may  we  ever  he 
Grafted,  rooted,  built  in  Thee. 


232 


P.M. 


BKEAD  of  the  world,  in  mercy  broken, 
AVine  c)f  the  soul,  in  mercy  shed. 
By  Whom  the  words  of  life  were  sjjoken. 
And  in  Whose  death  our  sins  are  dead; 

2  Look  on  the  heart  by  sorrow  broken, 
J.ook  on  the  tears  by  sinneis  shed; 
And  be  Thy  feast  to  us  the  token 
That  bv  Thv  <rrace  our  souls  are  fed. 


233 


iS. 


SAVIOUR,  Who  didst  come  to  pve 
Livinjx  bread,  that  all  mij^ht  live; 
(irant  me  <irace  on  Thee  to  feed, 
For  Thy  llesh  is  meat  indeed. 

2  Hungry,  thirsty,  faint,  I  pray, 
Heli>  me  on  the  heavenward  way; 
Vine  of  strength,  supply  my  need^ 
For  Thy  blood  is  drink  indeed. 


234  L.M. 

O  SAVING  Victim,  opening  wide 
The  gate  of  heaven  to  man  below. 
Our  foes  j)ress  on  from  every  side, 

Thine  aid  supply,  Thy  strength  bestow. 

2  All  i)raise  and  thanks  to  Thee  ascend 
For  evermore,  blest  One  in  Three; 
Oh,  grant  us  life  that  shall  not  end 
Jn  our  tiue  native  land  with  Thee. 


2  Look,  Father,  look  on  His  anointed  face, 
And  only  look  on  us  as  found  in  Him; 
Look  not  on  our  misusings  of  Tiiy  grace. 
Our  prayer  so  languid,  and  our  faith,  so 
dim; 
For  lol  between  our  sins  and  their  reward, 
We  set  the  jjassiou  of  Thy  Sou  our  Lord. 

.3  And  then  for  those,  our  dearest  and  our  best. 

By  this  prevailing  i)resence  we  api)eal; 

Oh,  fold  them  closer  to  Thy  mercy's  breast! 

Oh,  do  Thine  utmost  for  their  souls'  true 

weal ! 

From  tainting  mischief  keep  them  white  and 

clear, 
And  crown  Thy  gifts  with  strength  to  per- 
severe. 

4  And  so  we  come;  Oh  draw  \is  to  Thy  feet, 
Most  patient  Saviour,  Who  canst  love  us 
still! 
And  by  this  food,  so  awful  and  so  sweet. 

Deliver  us  from  every  touch  of  ill: 
In  Thine  own  service  make  us  glad  and  free, 
And  grant  us  never  more  to  part  with  Thee. 


236 


8s. 


235 


lOs. 


OHKAVENLY    Father,    mindful  of   the 
love 
That  l)ought  us,  once  for  all,  on  Calvary's 
t  ree. 
And  jiaving  with  us  Him  that  ]»leads  al)ove, 
We  here  i)resent,  we  here  spread  forth  to 
Thee, 
Tliat  only  offering  perfect  in  Thine  eyes. 
The  one  true,  jMire,  immortal  sacrilice. 
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/  \  THOU,  before  the  world  began. 


Ordained  a  sacrilice  for  man. 
And  by  the  eternal  Si)irit  made 
An  ottering  in  the  sinner's  stead; 
Our  everlasting  Priest  art  Thou, 
Pleading  Thy  death  for  sinners  now. 

2  Thy  offering  still  continues  new 
Before  the  righteous  Father's  view; 
Thyself  the  Lamb  forever  slain. 

Thy  i)riesthood  doth  unchanged  remain; 
Thy  years,  O  (Jod,  can  never  fail, 
Nor  Thy  blest  work  within  the  veil. 

3  Oh,  that  our  faith  may  never  move, 
lint  stand  unshaken  as  Thy  love! 
Sure  evidence  of  things  unseen. 
Now  let  it  pass  the  years  between. 
And  view  Thee  bleeding  on  the  tree, 
My  Lord,  my  God,  Who  dies  for  me. 

237  los. 

rnilOU,  Who  at  Thy  first  Eucharist  didst 
±      pray. 

That  all  Thy  Church  might  be  forever  one. 
Grant  us  at  every  Eucharist  to  say 

Witb  longing 'heart  and  s«.ul,   "Tliy  will 
be  done." 
Oh,  may  we  all  one  Bread,  one  Body  be. 
Through  this  blest  Sacrament  of  Unity. 


THE   ClIUllCII— HOLY   COMMUNION. 


•2  For  all  Thy  Cliuicli,  O  Lortl,  we  intercede; 
Make    Thou   our  sad    divisions  soon  to 
cease ; 
Draw  us  the  nearer  each  to  each,  we  plead, 
By  drawino^  all  to  Thee,  O  Prince  of  Peace; 
Thus  may  we  all  one  Bread,  one  Body  be. 
Through  this  blest  Sacrament  of  Unity. 

3  "We  pray  Thee,  too,  for  wanderers  from  Thy 

fold ; 
Oh,  bring  them  back,  good  Shepherd  of 
the  sheep. 
Back  to  the  faith  which  saints  believed  of 
old. 
Back  to  the  Church  which  still  that  faith 
doth  keep; 
Soon  may  we  all  one  Bread,  one  Body  be. 
Through  this  blest  Sacrament  of  Unity. 

4  So,  Lord,  at  length  when  Sacraments  shall 

cease, 
May  we  be  one  with  all  Thy  Church  above. 
One  with  Thy  saints  in  one  unbroken  peace, 
One  with  Thy  saints  in  one   unbounded 
love ; 
More  blessed  still,  in  peace  and  love  to  be 
One  with  the  Trinity  in  Unity. 


238  L.  M. 

MY  God,  and  is  Thy  table  spread,      • 
And  does  Thy  cup  with  love  o'erflow, 
Thither  be  all  Thy  children  led, 
I       And  let  them  Thy  sweet  mercies  know. 

2  Hail!  sacred  feast,  which  Jesus  makes. 
Rich  banquet  of  His  tiesh  and  blood: 
Thrice  happy  he  who  here  partakes 

That  sacred  stream,  that  heavenly  food. 

[Oh,  let  Thy  table  honored  be. 

And  furnished  well  with  joyful  guests: 

[And  may  each  soul  salvation  see, 
That  here  its  sacred  pledges  tastes. 

[Drawn  by  Thy  quickening  grace,  O  Lord, 
In  countless  numbers  let  them  come; 
Lnd  gather  from  their  Father's  board 
The  bread  that  lives  beyond  the  tomb. 

Tor  let  Thy  spreading  Gospel  rest. 
Till  through  the  world  Thy  truth  has  run; 
[Till  with  this  bread  all  men  be  blest, 
Who  see  the  light  or  feel  the  sun. 
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239  r  M. 

HOLY  Jesu,  Prince  of  Peace  I 
Thy  i)eace  be  with  us  gathering 
round  Thy  board. 
Here,  where  the  presence  of  an  unseen  Lord 
Waits  to  be  gracious,  charged  with  full  re- 
lease 
To  every  heavy-laden  soul 

Which  here  remembers  Thee. 

2  Once  more,  as  in  that  upper  room. 
Thou  AVho  didst  love  Thine  own  unto  the 

end. 
Thou  Whose  dear  voice  to  every  sorrowing 

friend 
Spoke  the  great  promise  through  the  deep- 
ening gloom. 
Thou  bidd'st  us.  Master  of  the  feast, 
To-day  remember  Thee. 

3  And  e'en  as  in  our  hands  we  take 
This  broken  bread,  this  precious  cup  of  love, 
Thy  dying  testament,  which  from  above 
Thou  deignest  ever  new  and  fresh  to  make, 

A  fount  of  grace  and  life  to  all; 
We  do  remember  Thee. 

4  Ours  is  the  bond  of  love  divine. 
Which  knits  us  each  to  all  and  all  to  each: 
That  love  whose  ever-lengthening  cords  can 

reach 
From  the  white  choir  around  Thy  heavenly 
shrine 
To  those  who  come  in  faith  to-day 
Here  to  remember  Thee. 

5  Thy  banquet  over,  as  we  go, 

Strong  in  the  strength  of  this  celestial  meat, 
To  tread  the  path  of  life  with  firmer  feet. 
To  work  the  works  which  Thou  hast  bid  us 
do. 
Abide  with  us,  O  Lord,  that  still 
We  may  remember  Thee ! 


240 


c.  :\r. 


ACCORDING  to  Thy  gracious  word. 
In  meek  humility. 
This  will  I  do,  my  dying  Lord, 
I  will  remember  Thee. 

2  Thy  body,  broken  for  my  sake, 
My  bread  from  heaven  shall  be ; 
The  cup.  Thy  i)recious  blood,  I  take, 
And  thus  remember  Thee. 


THE   CIIUUCII— HOLY   MATKIMONV. 


o  Gt'tliseniane,  cau  1  fi>i<:;et  ? 
Or  there  Thy  cctnllict  see, 
Tliine  aj^ony  and  bhuuly  sweat, 
Aucl  not  remember  Thee  ? 

4  Wlien  to  the  cross  I  turn  mine  eyes, 

And  rest  on  Calvary, 
O  Land)  of  (rod,  my  sacrifice, 
1  must  remember  Thee. 

5  And  when  these  failin<;  lii)s  <rrow  dumb. 

And  nund  and  memory  Hee, 
When  Thou  shalt  in  Thy  kingdom  come, 
Then,  Lord,  remember  me. 


241 


CM. 


I  AM  not  worthy,  holy  Lord, 
That  Thou  shouldst  come  to  me; 
.Speak  l)ut  the  word:  one  gracious  word 
Cau  set  the  sinner  free. 

2  I  am  not  worthy;  cold  and  bare 

The  lodging  of  my  soul; 
How  canst  Tliou  deign  to  enter  there  ? 
Lord,  speak,  and  make  me  whole. 

3  I  am  not  worthy;  yet,  my  God, 

How  can  I  say  Thee  nay; 
Thee,  Who  didst  give  Thy  flesh  and  blood 
My  ransom-price  to  pay  ? 

4  Oh,  come!  in  this  sweet  morning  hour 

Feed  me  with  food  divine; 
And  fill  with  all  Thy  love  and  power 
This  worthless  heart  of  mine. 


242 


C.  M. 


SHEPHERD  of  souls,  refresh  and  bless 
Tliy  chosen  i)ilgrim  flock, 
Witli  manna  in  tlie  wilderness, 
Willi  water  from  the  rock. 

Hungry  and  thirsty,  faint  and  weak. 

As  Thou  when  here  l)elow. 
Our  souls  the  joys  celestial  seek 

Which  from  Thy  sorrows  flow. 

Wi'  would  not  live  by  luead  alone 

l>ut  by  that  word  of  grace. 
In  stn-ngth  of  which  we  travel  on 

To  our  abiding-place. 
70 


4  Be  known  to  us  in  breaking  bread. 

But  do  not  then  dejjart; 
Saviour,  abide  with  us,  and  spread 
Thy  table  in  our  heart. 

5  Lord,  sup  with  us  in  love  divine; 

Thy  body  and  Thy  blood, 
That  living  bread,  that  heavenly  wine, 
Be  our  immortal  food. 


243 


8.8.8.4. 


BY  Christ  redeemed,  in  Christ  restored. 
We  keep  the  memory  adored. 
And  show  the  death  of  our  dear  Lord, 
Until  He  come. 

2  His  body  broken  in  our  stead 

Is  here,  in  this  memorial  bread; 
And  so  our  feeole  love  is  fed, 
Until  He  come. 

3  His  fearful  drops  of  agony, 

His  life-blood  shed  for  us  we  see: 
The  wine  shall  tell  the  mystery, 
Until  He  come. 

4  And  thus  that  dark  betrayal  night. 
With  the  last  Advent  we  unite  — 
'4'he  shame,  the  glory,  by  this  rite, 

L'ntil  He  come. 

5  L'ntil  the  trump  of  God  be  heard, 
Until  the  ancient  graves  be  stirre«l, 
And  with  the  great  commanding  word, 

The  Lord  shall  come. 

G  O  blessed  hope  I  with  this  elate 
Let  not  (Uir  hearts  be  desolate, 
But  strong  in  faith,  in  i)atience  wait. 
Until  He  come  I 


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HOLY    MATKIMOXY. 


D.  C.  M. 


LOKI),  AVho  at  Cana's  wedding  feast 
Didst  as  a  guest  api)ear, 
TIkui  dearer  far  than  earthly  guest 

Vouchsafe  Thy  ])icscnce  here; 
For  holy  Thou  imU'cd  dost  prove 

'J'he  marriage  V(»w  to  be. 
Proclaiming  it  a  type  of  love 
Between  the  Church  and  Thee. 


THE  CHURCH— BURIAL  OF  THE  DEAD. 


2  The  holiest  vow  tliat  man  can  make, 

The  golden  thread  in  life. 
The  uond  that  none  may  dare  to  break, 

That  bindeth  man  and  wife; 
"Which,  blessed  by  Thee,  whatever  betides, 

Xo  evil  shall  destroy, 
Through  care-worn  days  each  care  divides, 

And  doubles  every  joy. 

3  On  those  who  at  Thine  altar  kneel, 

O  Lord,  Thy  blessing  pour, 
That  each  may  wake  the  other's  zeal 

To  love  Thee  more  and  more : 
Oh.  grant  them  here  in  peace  to  live, 

In  purity  and  love. 
And,  this  world  leaving,  to  receive 

A  crown  of  life  above ! 


245  11.10. 

0  PERFECT    Love,    all   human   thought 
transcending. 
Lowly   we   kneel   in   prayer    before   Thy 
throne. 
That  theirs  may  be  the  love  that  knows  no 
ending, 
"Whom  Thou  for  evermore  dost  join  in  one. 

2  O  perfect  Life,  be  Thou  their  full   assur- 

ance 
Of  tender  charity  and  steadfast  faith. 
Of  patient  hoi)e.  and  quiet,  brave  endurance. 
AVitli  childlike  trust  that  fears  nor  pain 

nor  death. 

3  Grant  them  the  joy  which  brightens  earthly 

sorrow ; 

Grant  them  the   peace  which   calms   all 
earthly  strife. 
And  to  life's  day  the  glorious  unknown  mor- 
row 

That  dawns  upon  eternal  love  and  life. 


246 


8s. 


TO  Thee,  O  Father  throned  on  high. 
Our  marriage  hymn,  we  duly  sing; 
Knit  Thou  the  sacrecl  bond  we  tie. 

And  do  Thou  bless  the  wedding  ring. 
Tliy  love,  at  lirst,  in  Paradise, 

It  was  that  made  one  flesh  of  twain; 
Work  Thou,  while  here  our  prayers  arise, 
That  sacred  mystery,  again. 
77 


2  To  Thee,  O  Jesus,  throned  l>eside 

Thy  Father's  right  hand,  here  we  cry; 
True  Bridegroom  of  Thy  spotless  Bride, 

With  all  Thy  human  love,  draw  uigh. 
Our  human  nature,  Thy  divine 

Has  wedded,  and  in  Thee,  dear  Lord, 
As  Cana's  water  turned  to  wine. 

Its  lost  godlikeuess  is  restored. 

3  O  Holy  Ghost  the  Paraclete, 

Thee  too  we  worship,  God  and  Lf)rd, 
And  honor  Thee,  with  praises  meet. 

One  with  the  Father  and  the  Word. 
Lord  and  Life-giver,  hear  our  prayer, 

Come,  sanctify  and  bless,  and  guide. 
Strengthen,  and  shelter  'neath  Thy  care. 

The  life  oi  bridegroom  and  of  bride. 

4  O  God  Triune,  Whom  heaven's  host 

I  Adores,  with  sweet  and  ceaseless  song; 

O  Father,  Son  and  Holy  Ghost, 

To  Whom  all  worship  doth  belong; 
Hear,  in  these  echoes  faint  and  dim 

Of  chant  and  prayer  and  holy  psalm. 
Their  songs,  the  heavenly  feast  who  hymn, 

The  marriage  supper  of  the  Lamb. 

BURIAL   OF   THE   DEAD. 

247  7s. 

BLESSIXG,  honor,  thanks,  and  praise. 
Pay  we,  gracious  God.  to  Thee : 
Thou  in  Thine  abundant  grace 

Givest  us  the  victory. 
True  and  faithful  to  Thy  word. 
Thou  hast  glorified  Thy  Son : 
Jesus  Christ,  our  dying  Lord, 
Has  for  us  the  victory  won. 

2  Happy  are  the  faithful  dead, 

Blessed  who  in  Jesus  die: 
They  from  all  their  toils  are  freed 

In  God's  keeping  safely  lie. 
These  the  Spirit  hath  declared 

Blest,  unutterably  blest, 
Jesus  is  their  great  reward, 

Jesus  is  their  endless  rest. 

3  Absent  from  our  loving  Lord 

We  shall  not  continue  long; 
Join  we  then  with  one  accord 

In  the  new,  the  joyful  song; 
Blessing,  honor,  thanks,  and  praise. 

Triune  God,  we  pay  to  Thee, 
Who  in  Thine  abundant  grace 

Givest  us  the  victory  I 


THE    CIIUnclI-BUKIAL    OF    THE    DEAD. 


248 


.7.8.8. 


V^OW  the  laborer's  task  is  o'er; 
^N      Now  the  battle  day  is  i)ast; 
N'»»w  upon  the  farther  shore 
Lands  the  voyauer  at  last. 
Father,  in  Thy  <iracions  keepin^^ 
Leave  we  now  Thy  servant  sleeping. 

'2  There  the  tears  of  earth  are  dried; 

There  its  hidden  things  are  elear; 
There  the  work  (»t  life  is  tried 

By  a  juster  Judge  than  here. 
Fatiier/in  Thy  gracious  keeping 
Leave  we  now  Thy  servant  sleeping. 

3  There  the  sinful  soids,  that  turn 

To  the  cross  their  dying  eyes, 
The  dear  love  of  Christ  shall  learn 

At  His  feet  in  Paradise. 
Fatlier,  in  Thy  gracious  keeping 
Leave  we  now  Thy  servant  sleeping. 

4  There  no  more  the  powers  of  hell 

Can  prevail  to  mar  their  i)eace; 
Christ  the  Lord  shall  guard  them  wel 

He  Who  died  f(»r  their  release. 
Father,  in  Thy  gracious  keeping 
Leave  we  now  Thy  servant  sleeping. 

5  "Earth  to  earth,  and  dust  to  dust," 

Cahnly  now  the  words  we  say, 
Leaving //<■//<  to  sleep  in  trust 

'i'ill  the  resurrection-day. 
P^ither,  in  Thy  gracious  keeping 
Leave  we  now  Thy  servant  sleeping. 


4  But  the  soul  in  contemplation 

j  Utters  earnest  prayer  and  strong, 

Breaking  at  the  resurrection 
Into  song. 

5  Soul  and  body  reunited. 

Thenceforth  nothing  shall  divide, 
Waking  uj)  in  Christ's  own  likeness, 
Satistied. 

0  Oh,  the  beauty,  oh,  the  gladness 
Of  that  resurrection-day  I 
Which  shall  not,  through  endless  aucs. 
Pass  away  I 

7  On  that  happy  Easter  morning 

All  the  graves  their  dead  restore, 
Father,  sister,  child  and  mother, 
Meet  once  more. 

8  To  that  brightest  of  all  meetings 

Bring  us,  .lesus  Christ,  at  last; 
To  Thy  cross,  through  death  and  jmlgment, 
Holding  fast. 


250  I'^i 

ASLEEP  in  Jesus  I  blessed  sleep! 
From  which  none  ever  wakes  to  weep: 
A  calm  and  undisturbed  repose, 
Unbroken  by  the  last  oi  foes. 


2  Asleep  in  Jesus!  Oh,  how  sweet 
To  be  for  such  a  slumber  meet; 
With  holv  conlidciicc  to  sing 
That  death  hath  lost  its  painful  stin. 


249 


8.7. s.r,. 


(\X  the  resurrection  morning 
/     Soul  and  body  meet  again; 
No  more  sorrow,  n(>  more  weei)ing 
No  more  i)ain! 

2  Here  awhile  they  must  be  i)arted. 
And  the  desh  its  sabbath  keep, 
Wailing  in  a  holy  stiHness, 
Wrapt  in  sleep. 


For  a  sjtace  the  tir«'d  body 

Lies  with  feet  toward  the  dawn; 
Till  there  l»reaks  tlic  last  and  l)iightest 
Easter  m«>ni. 

7S 


:i  Asleep  in  Jesus!  peaceful  rest ! 
Whose  waking  is  sui)remely  blest; 
No  fear,  no  woe  shall  dim  that  hour 
That  manifests  the  Saviour's  power. 

4  A.sleep  in  Jesus!  Oh,  for  me 
May  such  a  blissful  refuge  be! 
Securely  shall  my  ashes  lie. 
Waiting  the  summons  from  on  higj. 

.')  Asleej)  in  Jesus!  far  from  thee 

Thy  kindred  and  their  graves  may  be; 
But  there  is  still  a  Idessi'd  slec]*, 
From  which  none  ever  wakes  to  weep. 


THE    CHUllCII— BUlilAL    OF    THE    DEAD. 


251 


FOR    A    nilLD. 


IS. 


LET  no  hopeless  tears  be  shed, 
Holv  is  this  uaiTow  bed. 

Alleluia. 


2  Death  eternal  life  bestows, 
Open  heaven's  portal  throws. 


Alleluia. 

3  And  no  peril  waits  at  last 
Illm  who  now  away  hath  past. 

Alleluia. 

4  Xot  salvation  hardly  won, 

Xot  the  meed  for  race  well  run : 

Alleluia. 

5  But  the  pity  of  the  Lord 
Gives  His  child  a  full  reward ; 

Alleluia. 

C  Grants  the  prize  without  the  course, 
Crowns,  without  the  battle's  force. 

Alleluia. 


7  Christ,  when  this  sad  life  is  done, 
Join  us  to  Thv  little  one; 

Alleluia. 


8  And  in  Thine  own  tender  love, 
Bring  us  to  the  ranks  above. 

Alleluii 


252 

O  AFELY,  safely  gathered  in, 
kJ     Far  from  sorrow,  far  from  sin. 
No  more  childish  griefs  or  fears. 
No  more  sadness,  no  more  tears; 
For  the  life  so  young  and  fair 
Now  hath  passed  from  earthly  care; 
God  Himself  the  soul  will  keep, 
Giving  His  beloved,  sleep. 

2  Safely,  safely  gathered  in. 
Far  from  sorrow,  far  from  sin; 
Passed  beyond  all  grief  and  pain. 
Death  for  thee  is  truest  gain; 
For  our  loss  we  may  not  weej), 
Nor  our  loved  ones  long  to  keep 
From  the  home  of  rest  and  peace, 
V.^here  all  sin  and  sorrow  cease. 
79 


Safely,  safely  gathered  in, 
Far  from  sorrow,  far  from  sin: 
God  has  saved  from  weary  strife, 
In  its  dawn,  tliis  fresh  young  life: 
Now  it  waits  for  us  above, 
Kesting  in  tlie  Saviour's  love; 
Jesu,  grant  that  we  may  meet 
There,  adoring  at  Thy  feet. 


253 


7s. 


SAVIOUR,  for  the  little  one, 
Safely  gatliered  in  Thine  arms. 
Ere  the  battle  had  begun, 

Victor,  spared  from  war's  alarms, 
We  who  toil  and  struggle  sing- 
Praise  to  Thee,  the  children's  King. 

First  of  all  Thy  martyr-band. 
Infants  for  Thy  sake  were  slain; 

Day  by  day,  from  every  land. 
Infants  swell  the  guileless  train. 

Who,  this  vale  of  tears  untrod. 

Stand  before  the  throne  of  God. 

Thou  dost  give  and  take  away. 
Full  of  love,  in  all  Thy  ways: 

Be  each  mourner's  heart  to-day 
Full  of  loving  trust  and  praise. 

In  the  midst  of  grief  to  bring 

Thanks  to  Thee,  the  children's  King. 


254  7S.7.8.7.7, 

TENDER  Shepherd,  Thou  hast  stilled 
Now  Thy  little  lamb's  brief  weeping: 
Ah,  how  peaceful,  pale,  and  mild 
In  its  narrow  bed  'tis  sleeping! 
And  no  sigh  of  anguish  sore 
Heaves  that  little  bosom  more. 

2  In  this  world  of  care  and  pain. 

Lord,  Thou  wouldst  no  longer  leave  it: 
To  the  sunny  heavenly  plain 

Thou  dost  now  Mith  joy  receive  it; 
Clothed  in  robes  of  spotless  white. 
Now  it  dwells  with  Thee  in  light. 

3  Ah,  Lord  Jesus,  grant  that  we 

Where  it  lives  may  soon  be  living. 
And  the  lovely  pastures  see 

That  its  heavenly  food  are  giving; 
Then  the  gain  of  deatli  we  prove, 
Though  Thou  take  what  most  we  love. 


THE    CllUr.ClI— MISSIONS. 


Also  the  fullowiug. 

104  So  rest,  our  Rest. 

lo.">  The  j^rave  itself  a  jjardeu  is. 

ll'j  Lift  up,  lift  up  your  voices  now. 

11<)  M<»rii"s  roseate  liues  liave  decked  the  sky. 

117  The  strife  is  o'er,  the  battle  done. 

lis  Jesus  lives!  Thy  terrors  now, 

120  Sin;^-,  with  all  the  sons  of  <:i()ry. 

IT'i  For  all  the  saints,  who  from  their  labors 

rest. 
ISO  For  all  Thy  saints,  O  Lord. 
340  When  our  heads  are  bowed  with  woe. 
o'M)  Ten  tlR>usand  times  ten  thousand. 
3i>7  Oh,  what  the  joy  and  the  ^lory  must  be. 

3  »0  Li<iht"s  abode,  celestial  Salem. 

4  13  I  heard  a  sound  of  voices. 
4\')  Brief  life  is  here  our  i)ortion. 
'jj'2  Jesus,  life  of  those  who  die. 
GIO  My  times  are  in  Thy  hand. 

020  O  Love  divine  that  stooped  to  share. 
6:^0  Come,  ye  disconsolate. 
600  My  God,  my  Father,  while  I  stray. 
001  Wliate'er  my  God  ordains  is  right. 

072  A  voice  is  heard  on  earth. 

073  There  is  a  blessed  home. 


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MISSIONS. 


P.M. 


OSION  haste,  thy  mission  high  fullilling. 
To  tell  to  all  the  world  that  God  is 
Light; 
That  He  Who  made  all  nations  is  not  willing 
One  soul  should  j^erish,  lost  in  shades  of 
night: 

Publish  glad  tidings; 

Tidings  of  i)eace; 
Tidings  of  Jesus, 
Kedemption  and  release. 

2  Behold  how  many  thousands  still  are  lying 
Bound  in  the  darksome  i)rison-house  of 
sin, 
"With   none   to  tell   them  of  the   Saviotir's 
dying, 
Or  of  the  life  lie  died  for  them  to  win. 
Publish,  etc. 

1  "lis  thine  to  save  from  ]»eril  of  perdition 
The  souls  for  whom  the  Lord  His  life  laid 
down; 
Beware  lest,  slothful  to  fulfd  Thy  mission. 
Thou  lose  one  jewel  that  should  deck  His 
crf)wn. 

Publish,  etc. 
80 


4  Proclaim  to  every  i>eople,  tongue  and  nation 

That  God  in  Whom  they  live  and  move  is 
love : 
Tell  how  He  stooped  to  save  His  lost  crea- 
tion. 
And  died  on  earth  that  man  miglit  live 
above. 

I'ublish,  etc. 

5  Give  of  thy  sons  to  bear  the  message  glo- 

rious; 
Give  of  thy  wealth  to  speed  them  on  their 
way ; 
Pour  out  thy  soul  for  them  in  prayer  victo- 
rious; 
And  all  thou  spendest  Jesus  will  repay. 
Publish,  etc. 

0  He  comes  again  —  O  Sion  ere  thou  meet  Him, 
Make  known  to  every  heart  His  saving 
grace ; 
Let  none  whom  He  hath  ransomed  fail  to 
greet  Him, 
Through  thy  neglect  tmtit  to  see  His  face. 
Publish,  etc. 


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8.7.8.7.4.7 


O  AINTS  of  God!  the  dawn  is  brightening 
lO     Token  of  our  coming  Lord; 
O'er  the  earth  the  field  is  whitening; 

Louder  rings  the  Master's  word: 
Pray  for  reapers 

In  the  harvest  of  the  Lord ! 

2  Now,  O  Lord!  fulfil  Thy  pleasure, 

Breathe  upon  Thy  chosen  band, 
And,  with  Pentecostal  measure. 
Send  forth  reapers  o'er  our  laud; 

Faithful  reai)ers 
Gathering  sheaves  for  Thy  right  hand. 

3  Broad  the  shadow  of  our  nation. 

Eager  millions  hither  roam; 
Lo!  tliey  wait  for  Thy  salvation; 
Come,  Lord  Jesus!  (piickly  come! 

By  Thy  Spirit, 
Bring  Thy  ransomed  peoi)le  home. 

4  Soon  shall  end  the  time  of  weeping. 

Soon  the  reai)ing  time  will  come; 
Heaven  and  tarlh  together  keeping 
God's  eternal  Harvest  Home. 

Saints  and  angeb. 
Shout  the  world's  great  Harvest  Home. 


THE   CllUlfCII— MLS.SIOX.S. 


257 


L.M.  259 


L.  :^r. 


LOOK  from  Thy  sphere  of  endless  day, 
O  God  of  mercy  and  of  might! 
In  i)ity  look  on  those  who  stray, 
Benighted  in  this  land  of  light. 

2  In  peopled  vale,  in  lonely  glen, 

In  crowded  mart,  by  stream  or  sea, 
How  many  of  the  sons  of  men 

Hear  not  the  message  sent  from  Thee ! 


3  Send  forth  Thy  heralds,  Lord,  to  call 

The  thoughtless  young,  the  hardened  old, 
A  scattered,  homeless  tlock,  till  all 
Be  gathered  to  Thy  peaceful  fold. 

4  Send  them  Thy  mighty  word  to  speak. 

Till  faith  shall  dawn  and  doubt  depart. 
To  awe  the  bold,  to  stay  the  weak. 
And  bind  and  heal  the  broken  heart. 

5  Then  all  these  wastes,  a  dreary  scene 

That  makes  us  sadden  as  we  gaze. 
Shall  grow  with  living  waters  green. 
And  lift  to  heaven  the  voice  of  praise. 


258 


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J_      The  darkness  disappears ; 
The  sous  of  earth  are  waking 

To  penitential  tears; 
Each  breeze  that  sweeps  the  ocean 

Brings  tidings  from  afar. 
Of  nations  in  commotion. 

Prepared  for  Sion's  war. 

See  heathen  nations  bending 

Before  the  God  we  love, 
And  thousand  hearts  ascending. 

In  gratitude  above; 
While  sinners  now  confessing. 

The  gospel  call  obey, 
And  seek  the  Saviour's  blessing, 

A  nation  in  a  day. 

Blest  river  of  salvation ! 

Pursue  Thy  onward  way; 
Flow  thou  to  every  nation. 

Nor  in  Thy  richness  stay: 
Stay  not  till  all  the  lowly 

Triumphant  reach  their  home; 
Stay  not  till  all  the  holy 

Proclaim  "The  Lord  is  come!" 
81 


L^LIXCr  out  the  banner!  let  it  float 
Jj      Skyward  and  seaward,  high  and  wide; 
The  sun,  that  lights  its  shining  folds, 
The  cross,  on  which  the  Saviour  died. 

2  Fling  out  the  banner!  angels  bend 
In  anxious  silence  o'er  the  sign; 
And  vainly  seek  to  comi)rehend 
The  wonder  of  the  love  divine. 


3  Fling  out  the  banner!  heathen  lands 

Shall  see  from  far  the  glorious  sight, 
And  nations,  crowding  to  be  born. 
Baptize  their  spirits  in  its  light. 

4  Fling  out  the  banner!  sin-sick  souls 

That  sink  and  perish  in  the  strife. 
Shall  touch  in  faith  its  radiant  hem. 
And  spring  immortal  into  life. 

5  Fling  out  the  banner!  let  it  float 

Skyward  and  seaward,  high  and  wide, 
Our  glory,  only  in  the  cross; 
Our  only  hope,  the  Crucifled! 

G  Fling  out  the  banner!  wide  and  high. 
Seaward  and  skyward,  let  it  shine: 
Xor  skill,  nor  might,  nor  merit  ours; 
We  conquer  only  in  that  sign. 


260 


7.6. 


FROM  Greenland's  icy  mountains. 
From  India's  coral  strand, 
AVhere  Afric's  sunny  fountains 
Roll  down  their  golden  sand; 
From  many  an  ancient  river. 
From  many  a  palmy  plain, 
They  call  us  to  deliver 

Their  land  from  error's  chain. 


What  though  the  spicy  breezes 

Blow  soft  o'er  Ceylon's  isle; 
Though  every  prospect  pleases, 

And  only  man  is  vile: 
In  vain  with  lavish  kindness 

The  gifts  of  God  are  strewn; 
The  heathen  in  his  blindness 

Bows  down  to  wood  and  stone. 


THE    CHUKCII— MlS:SlOXS. 


3  Can  wo,  wlioso  souls  :uv  lij^littMl 

With  wistloin  from  on  high; 
Can  we  to  nu'n  lu'niuhtod 

The  hinip  of  life  deny '.^ 
Salvation.  O  salvation  I 

The  joyful  sound  i)n)elaini, 
Till  eaeh  remotest  nati(»n 

Has  learnt  Messiah* s  Name. 

4  Waft,  waft,  ye  winds.  His  story. 

And  you,  ye  waters,  roll, 
Till,  like  a  sea  of  ^lory, 

It  spreads  from  pole  to  pole: 
Till  o'er  our  ransomed  nature, 

The  Lamb  for  sinners  slain, 
Redeemer,  Kin«j,  Creator, 

In  bliss  returns  to  reit>n. 


261  8.7.8.7.4.7. 

SOULS  in  lieathen  darkness  lyinfj, 
AVhere  no  light  has  broken  through, 
'    Soids  that  Jesus  bought  by  dying. 
Whom  His  soul  in  travail  knew: 

Thousand  voices 
Call  us,  o'er  the  waters  blue. 

2  Christians,  hearken!     None  has  taught  them 

Of  His  love  so  deep  and  dear; 
Of  the  i)reeious  price  that  bought  them; 
Of  the  nail,  the  thorn,  the  spear; 

Ye  who  know  Him, 
Guide  them  from  tneir  darkness  drear. 

3  Haste,  oh  haste,  and  spread  the  tidings 

Wide  to  earth's  remotest  strand; 
Let  no  brother's  bitter  eludings 
Ilise  against  us,  when  we  stand 

In  tile  Judgment, 
From  some  far,  forgotten  land. 

1  Lo!  the  hills  for  harvest  whiten. 
All  along  each  distant  shore; 
Seaward  far  the  islands  brighten; 
JJght  of  nations!  lead  us  o'er: 

AVhen  we  seek  them, 
Let  Thy  Sjjirit  go  before. 


262 


SAVH)T'IJ,  sjtrinkle  many  nations; 
Fruitful  let  Thy  sorrows  be; 
13y  Thy  pains  and  consolations 
Draw  the  (ientiles  unto  Thee! 
82 


2  Of  Thy  cross  the  wondrous  story, 

lie  it  to  the  nations  told; 
Let  them  see  Thee  in  Thy  glory 
And  Thy  mercy  manifohl. 

3  Far  and  wide,  though  all  unknowing, 

Pants  for  Thee  each  mortal  breast, 
Human  tears  for  Thee  are  Mowing, 
Human  hearts  in  Thee  would  rest. 

4  Thirsting  as  for  dews  of  even, 

As  the  new-mown  grass  for  rain. 
Thee  they  seek  as  (iod  (»f  heaven. 
Thee  as  Man  for  sinners  slain. 

5  Saviour,  lo!  the  isles  are  waiting! 

Stretched  the  hand  and  strained  the  sight. 
For  Thy  Spirit,  new  creating. 

Love's  pure  llame.  and  wisdom's  light. 

G  Give  the  word,  and  of  the  i)reacher 

Speed  the  foot  and  touch  the  tongue. 
Till  on  earth  by  every  creature 
Glory  to  the  Lamb  be  sung! 


263 


LOUD,  a  Saviour's  love  displaying. 
Show  the  heathen  lands  Thy  way; 
Thousands  still  like  sheep  are  straying 
In  the  dark  and  cloudy  day. 

2  Shades  of  death  are  gathering  (Ter  them, 

Lor<l.  they  i)erish  from  Thy  sight! 
Let  Thine  angel  go  bef(ue  them: 
Bring  the  Gentiles  to  Thy  light. 

3  Fetch  them  home  from  every  nation, 

From  the  islands  of  the  sea: 
By  the  wind  of  Thy  salvation 

Call  the  wanderers  back  to  Thee. 

4  Thou  their  i)asture  hast  i»rovided, 

(Jrant  the  blessing  long  foretold; 
Let  Thy  sheep,  divinely  guided, 
Find  at  last  the  one  true  fold. 


264 


e.c.('..('...s.s. 


A 


RISE,  ()  Lord,  and  shine 
In  all  Thy  saving  might, 
And  ]»rospcr  each  (h'sign 
To  si)rea(l  Thy  ghuious  light: 
Let  healing  streams  of  mercy  How, 
That  all  the  earth  Thy  truth  mav  know, 


THE    CllUKCII— Mlb.SlUNS. 


2  Oil,  l)rin<;-  the  nations  near. 
That  they  may  sini*  Thy  praise; 
Let  all  the  i)e()i)le  hear 

And  learn  Thy  holy  ways: 
Eeif^n,  mighty  God,  assert  Thy  cause, 
And  govern  by  Thy  righteous  laws. 

3  Put  forth  Thy  glorious  power: 
The  nations  then  shall  see. 
And  earth  present  her  store, 
In  converts  born  to  "^hee : 

God,  our  own  God,  His  Church  shall  bless, 
And  earth  be  filled  with  riffhteousuess. 


265 


8.: 


LORD,  her  watch  Thy  Church  is  keeping; 
When  shall  earth  Thy  rule  obey  ? 
When  shall  end  the  night  of  weeping? 
When  shall  break  the  promised  day  ? 
See  the  whitening  harvest  languish, 

Waiting  still  the  laborers'  toil; 
Was  it  vain,  Thy  Son's  deep  anguish  ? 
Shall  the  Strong  retain  the  spoil  ? 

2  Tidings,  sent  to  every  creature. 

Millions  yet  have  never  heard: 
Can  they  hear  without  a  preacher  ? 

Lord  almighty,  give  the  word! 
Give  the  word!  in  every  nation 

Let  the  gospel  trumpet  sound, 
Witnessing  a  world's  salvation. 

To  the  earth's  remotest  bound, 

3  Then  the  end !     Thy  Church  completed. 

All  Thy  chosen  gathered  in, 
With  their  King  in  glory  seated, 

Satan  bound,  and  banished  sin; 
Gone  forever  parting,  weeping. 

Hunger,  sorrow,  death,  and  pain; 
Lo!  her  w^atch  Thy  Church  is  keeping; 

Come,  Lord  Jesus,  come  to  reign! 


266  LM 

JESLTS  shall  reign  where'er  the  sun 
Does  his  successive  journeys  run; 
His  kingdom  stretch  from  shore  to  shore. 
Till  moons  shall  w^ax  and  wane  no  more. 


I  2  To  Him  shall  endless  prayer  be  made, 
I      And  praises  throng  to  crown  His  head; 
His  Name  like  sweet  perfume  shall  rise 
With  every  morning  sacrifice. 
83 


3  Peojjle  and  realms  of  every  t<>ngue 

[  Dwell  on  His  love  with  sweetest  soug; 

I  And  infant  voices  shall  i)roclaim 

!  Their  early  blessings  on  His  Name. 

1      4  Blessings  abound  where'er  He  reigns; 
The  prisoner  leai)s  to  l)urst  his  chains, 
The  weary  find  eternal  rest, 
And  all  the  sons  of  want  are  blest. 

5  Let  every  creature  rise  and  bring 
Peculiar  honors  to  our  King; 
Angels  descend  with  songs  again. 
And  earth  repeat  the  loud  Amen. 


267  10.10.7. 

LORD  of  the  harvest,  it  is  right  and  meet 
That  we  should  lay  oblations  at  Thy 
feet. 

With  joyful  Alleluia! 

2  Sweet  is  tlie  praise  that  follows  toil  and 

prayer; 
Sweet  is  the  worship  that  with  heaven  we 
share, 

AVho  sing  the  Alleluia ! 

3  We  toiled  and  ])rayed  and  Thou  hast  heard 

on  high; 
Hast  cheered  our  hearts  and  changed  our 
suppliant  crv 

To  festal  Alleluia! 

4  So  sing  we  now  in  tune  with  that  great  song, 
That  all  the  age  of  ages  shall  prolong. 

The  endless  Alleluia  I 

5  To   Thee,  O   Lord  of   harvest,  Who   hast 

heard. 
And  to  Thy  white-robed  reapers  given  the 
word,    • 

We  sing  our  Alleluia ! 

6  O  Christ,  Who  in  the  wide  world's  fallow 

lea. 
Hast  sown  in  blood  the  precious  seed,  to 
Thee 

We  sing  our  Alleluia ! 

7  To  Thee,  O  Holy  Ghost,  whose  gracious  rain 
And   living  breath   hath   fed   the  ghostly 

grain, 

We  sinu:  our  Alleluia! 


THE    CllUKClI— MISSIONS. 


S  Yea.  West  aud  East,  the  Harvest  men  ^^•ent 

forth: 
••We  eome"'  lias  sounded  to  the  Soutli  and 
North. 

At  morn  sing  Alleluia ! 

♦.>  In  lields  of  home,  in  fields  the  far  away, 
Toilers  for  Jesus  hail  the  jjjolden  day. 
At  noon  sing  Alleluia! 

10  The  winds  of  God  have  blown  with  living 

breath, 
II is  dews  have  fallen  on  the  plains  of  death. 
At  eve  sing  Alleluia. 

11  Yea,   for  sweet   hope  fulfilled,  new   hope 

begun. 
Sing  Alleluia  to  the  Three  in  One, 
Adoring  Alleluia. 

1-2  (ilory  to  God!  the  Church  in  patience  cries; 
(ilory  to  God!  the  Church  in  bliss  replies. 
With  endless  Alleluia! 


268 


8.7.8.7.4. 


SPEED  Thy  servants,  Saviour,  speed  them ; 
Thou  art  Lord  of  winds  and  waves; 
Tiiey  were  bound,  but  Thou  hast  freed  them ; 
Now  they  go  to  free  the  slaves; 

Be  Thou  with  them: 
'Tis  Thine  arm  alone  that  saves. 


2  Friends  and  home  and  all  forsaking. 

Lord,  they  go  at  Thy  command. 
As  their  stay  Thy  promise  taking 
While  they  traverse  sea  and  land: 

Oh,  be  with  them! 
Lead  them  safely  by  the  hand. 

3  When  they  reach  the  land  of  strangers, 

And  the  prospect  dark  api)eais, 
Nothing  seen  but  toils  and  dangers, 
Nothing  fi'lt  l)Ut  d(tul)ts  and  fears, 

lie  'J'hou  with  them; 
Hear  their  sighs,  and  count  their  tears. 

4  Where  no  fruit  api)ears  to  cheer  them, 

And  they  seem  to  toil  in  vain: 
Then  in  mercy.  Lord,  <lraw  near  them. 
Then  their  sinking  hoi)cs  sustain: 

'I  Ims  sujiixtrted, 
Let  their  zeal  revive  again. 
84 


o  In  the  midst  of  opposition, 

Let  them  trust,  O  Lord,  in  Thee; 
AVhen  suceess  attends  their  mission, 
Let  Thy  servants  humbler  be; 

Never  leave  them. 
Till  Thy  face  in  heaven  they  see: 


0  There  to  reap  in  joy  forever 

Fruit  that  grows  from  seed  here  sown; 
There  to  be  with  Him.  Who  never 
Ceases  to  i)reserve  His  own; 

Aud  with  gladness 
Give  the  praise  to  Him  alone. 


269  L.  M. 

A  RM  of  the  Lord,  awake,  awake, 
J\.     Put    on   Thy   strength,    the    nations 

shake; 
And  let  the  world  adoring  see 
Triumphs  of  mercy  wrought  by  Thee. 


2  Say  to  the  heathen  from  Thy  throne, 
I  am  Jehovah,  God  alone: 
Thy  voice  their  idols  shall  confound. 
And  cast  their  altars  to  the  ground. 


Let  Sion's  time  of  favor  come; 
Oh,  bring  the  tribes  of  Israel  home; 
And  let  our  wondering  eyes  behold 
Gentiles  and  Jews  in  Jesus'  Fold. 


4  Almighty  God,  Thy  grace  proclaim 
In  every  clime,  of  every  name; 
Let  adverse  powers  before  Thee  fall, 
And  crown  the  Saviour  Lord  of  all. 


Also  the  following: 

59  From  the  eastern  mountains. 
202  ()  Spirit  of  the  living  God. 
:^27  Hail  to  the  Lord's  Anointed. 
'S'.M  Thou,  Whose  almighty  word. 
:W2  Lord  of  all  jtower  and  might. 
8:W  Thy  kingdom  come,  ()  (iod. 
:W4   Blow  yt?  the  trumi)et,  Idow. 
:}:}.")  (iod  of  mercy,  (iod  of  grace. 
4()2  From  all  that  dwell  beh)w  the  skies. 
.■)(;9  O  brothers,  lift  your  voices. 

570  Christ  for  the  world  we  sing. 

571  Soldiers  of  the  cross  arise. 


THE    CIIUKCII— ALMSGIVING. 


270 


FOR   THE   JEWS. 


'.G. 


OH,  that  the  LonVs  salvation 
Were  out  of  Sioii  come, 
To  heal  His  ancient  nation, 
To  lead  His  outcasts  home! 

2  How  long  the  holy  city- 

Shall  heathen  feet  profane  ? 
Return,  O  Lord,  in  pity; 
Rebuild  her  walls  again. 

3  Let  fall  Thy  rod  of  terror; 

Thy  saving  grace  impart; 
Roll  back  the  veil  of  error; 
Release  the  fettered  heart. 

4  Let  Israel,  home  returning, 

Her  lost  Messiah  see; 
Give  oil  of  joy  for  mourning, 
And  bind  Thy  Church  to  Thee. 


271 


CM. 


WAKE,  harp  of  Sion,  wake  again, 
L'pon  Thine  ancient  hill. 
On  Jordan's  long-deserted  plain. 
By  Kedron's  lowly  rill. 

2  The  hymn  shall  yet  in  Sion  swell, 

That  sounds  Messiah's  praise, 
And  Thy  loved  Xame,  Emmanuel, 
As  once  in  ancient  days. 

3  For  Israel  yet  shall  own  her  King, 

For  her,  salvation  waits. 
And  hill  and  dale  shall  sweetly  sin;;. 
With  praise  in  all  her  gates. 

4  Oh,  hasten.  Lord,  these  promised  days, 

Wlien  Israel  shall  rejoice; 
And  Jew  and  Gentile  join  in  praise, 
With  one  united  voice! 


272  ALMSGIYIXG.  g^^ 

WE  give  Thee  but  Thine  own, 
Whatever  the  gift  may  be: 
All  that  we  have  is  Tliine  alone, 
A  trust,  O  Lord,  from  Thee. 


3  Oh,  hearts  are  bruised  and  dead, 

And  homes  aie  bare  and  cold. 
And  lambs  for  whom  the  Slu'jtherd  b 
Are  straying  from  the  Fold! 

4  To  comfort  and  to  bless, 

To  find  a  balm  for  woe. 
To  tend  the  lone  and  fatherless 
Is  anueFs  work  below. 


5  The  captive  to  release, 

To  (^od,  the  lost  to  bring, 
To  teach  the  way  of  life  and  peace, 
It  is  a  Christ-like  thing. 

G  And  we  believe  Thy  word, 

Though  dim  our  faith  may  be; 
Whate'er  for  Thine  we  do,  O  Lord, 
We  do  it  unto  Thee. 


273 


CM. 


FOUNTAIN  of  good,  to  own  Thy  love 
Our  thankful  hearts  incline: 
What  can  we  render,  Lord,  to  Thee, 
When  all  the  worlds  are  Thine  ? 

2  But  Thou  liast  needy  brethren  here, 
Partakers  of  Thy  grace. 
Whose  names  Thou  wilt  Thyself  confess 
Before  the  Father's  face. 


In  each  sad  accent  of  distress 

Thy  pleading  voice  is  heard; 
In  them  Thou  may'st  be  clothed  and  fed, 

And  visited,  and  cheered. 


4  Help  us  then,  Lord,  Thy  yoke  to  wear, 
And  joy  to  do  Thy  will; 
Each  other's  burdens  gladly  bear. 
And  love's  sweet  law  fultil. 


5  Thy  face  with  reverence  and  with  love 
VVe  in  Thy  poor  would  see; 
And  while  we  minister  to  them. 
Would  do  it  as  to  Thee. 


2  May  we  Thy  bounties  thus 
As  stewards  true  receive. 
And  gladly,  as  Thou  blessest  us. 
To  Thee  our  first-fruits  give. 

85 


0  Do  Thou,  O  Lord,  our  alms  accept, 
And  with  Thy  blessing  speed; 
Bless  us  in  giving ;  greatly  bless 
Our  gifts  to  them  that  need. 


THE    CIIUKCII— CIIAKITIES. 


274 


CM. 


LOUD,  lead  the  ^vay  the  Saviour  went, 
By  lane  and  cell  (•bsciue. 
And  let  love's  treasures  still  be  spent, 
Like  His.  ui)i>n  the  poor. 

2  Like  Him  throu>ih  scenes  of  deep  distress, 

\V1k>  bore  the  wt»rld*s  sad  weight, 
We.  in  their  crowiled  loneliness, 
Would  seek  the  desolate. 

3  For  Thou  hast  placed  us  side  by  side. 

In  this  wide  world  of  ill. 
And,  that  Thy  followers  may  be  tried. 
The  poor  are  with  us  still. 

4  Mean  are  all  offerings  we  can  make. 

But  Thou  hast  taught  us.  Lord, 
If  given  for  the  Saviour's  sake. 
They  lose  not  their  reward. 

Also  the  followiDg: 

408  O  Lord  of  he.iven  and  earth  and  sea. 

409  Holy  offerings  rich  and  rare. 


275 


CHAIHTIES. 


8.8.8.G. 


OGOD  of  mercy,  God  of  might. 
In  love  and  pity  iniinite. 
Teach  us,  as  ever  in  Thy  sight, 
To  live  our  life  to  Thee. 


0  And  may  Thy  Holy  Spirit  move 
All  those  who  live,  to  live  in  love, 
Till  Thou  shalt  greet  in  heaven  abov< 
All  those  w  ho  give  to  Thee. 


276  L.  M. 

OTHOr  through  suffering  perfect  made, 
On  Whom  the  bitter  cross  was  laid; 
In  hours  of  sickness,  grief,  and  pain. 
No  sufferer  turns  to  Thee  in  vain. 


2  The  halt,  the  maimed,  the  sick,  the  blind, 
Sought  not  in  vain  Thy  tendance  kind; 
Now  in  Thy  poor  Thyself  we  see. 

And  minister  througii  them  to  Thee. 

3  O  loving  Saviour,  Thou  canst  cure 
The  pains  and  woes  Thou  didst  endure; 
For  all  who  need.  Physician  great, 
Thy  healing  balm  we  supplicate. 

4  But,  oh,  far  more,  let  each  keen  pain 
And  hour  of  woe  be  heavenly  gain, 
p]ach  stroke  of  Thy  chastising  rod 
Briuir  back  the  wanderer  nearer  God! 


.">  Oh,  heal  the  bruised  heart  within  I 
Oh,  save  our  souls  all  sick  with  sin! 
Give  life  and  health  in  bounteous  store, 
That  we  may  praise  Thee  evermore  I 


2  And  Thou,  Who  cam'st  on  earth  to  die, 
That  fallen  man  might  live  thereby. 
Oh,  hear  us,  for  to  'J'hee  we  cry. 

In  hoi)e,  O  Lord,  to  Thee. 

3  Teach  us  the  lesson  Thou  hast  taught. 
To  feelforthose  Thy  blood  hath  l>ought. 
That  every  word,  and  dvvi\.  and  th«>ught 

May  work  a  work  for  'I'hee. 

4  For  all  are  brethren,  far  and  wide, 
Sinc(!  Thou,  O  Lord,  for  all  hast  died; 
Then  teach  us.  whatsoe'er  betide. 

To  love  them  all  in  Thee. 

5  In  sickness,  sorrow,  want,  or  care, 
Whate'er  it  be,  'tis  ours  to  shaic: 
May  we,  where  help  is  neeclcd,  llu're 

(iive  help  as  unto  Thee. 
8rt 


277  J).  CM. 

rnilIXE  arm,  O  Lord,  in  days  of  old 

i       Was  str(mg  to  heal  and  save: 
It  triumpiied  o'er  disease  and  death, 

O'er  darkness  and  the  graM'. 
To  Thee  they  went,  the  Idind.  the  dumb, 

The  palsied  and  the  lanu'. 
The  leper  with  his  tainted  life. 

The  sick  with  fevered  frame 


2  And  h.!  Tliy  touch  brought  lile  and  health, 

(iave  speech,  and  strength,  and  sight; 
And  youth  renewed  and  freii/y  calmed 

Owned  Thee,  the  L(M-d  of  liulit. 
And  now.  O  Lord,  l»e  near  to  bh'ss. 

Almighty  as  of  yore. 
In  ci-owded  strt'et,  by  restless  coiuh, 

As  by  Ciennesareth's  shore. 


THE    CHUKCII— CllAKlTlESi. 


3  Tlioii<iii  love  antl  iiii<;lit  no  longer  heal 

By  touch,  or  Avord,  or  look; 
Thou<j;h  they  ^vh()  do  Thy  work  must  read 

Thy  laws  in  nature's  book: 
Yet  come  to  heal  the  siek  man's  soul, 

Come,  cleanse  the  leprous  taint, 
Give  joy  and  i)eace,  where  all  is  strife. 

And  strength,  where  all  is  faint. 

4  Be  Thou  our  great  deliverer  still. 

Thou  Lord  of  life  and  death, 
Eestore  and  quicken,  soothe  and  bless 

AVith  Thine  almighty  breath. 
To  hands  tliat  work  and  eyes  that  see. 

Give  wisdom's  heavenly  lore. 
That  whole  and  sick,  and  weak  and  strong, 

May  praise  Thee  evermore. 


278 


8.7.8. 


THOU  to  Whom  the  sick  and  dying 
Ever  came,  nor  came  in  vain, 
IStill  with  healing  words  replying 
To  the  wearied  cry  of  pain; 
Hear  us,  Jesus,  as  we  meet, 
fenppliants  at  Thy  mercy  seat. 

2  Every  care,  and  every  sorrow. 

Be  it  great,  or  be  it  small. 
Yesterday,  to-day,  to-morrow. 

When,  where'er,  it  may  befall. 
Lay  we  humbly  at  Thy  feet, 
Suppliants  at  Thy  mercy  seat. 

3  Still  the  weary,  sick,  and  dying 

Xeed  a  brother's,  sister's  care; 
On  Thy  higher  help  relying 

May  we  now  their  burden  share. 
Bringing  all  our  offerings  meet. 
Suppliants  at  Thy  mercy  seat. 

4  May  each  child  of  Thine  be  willing. 

Willing  both  in  hand  and  heart, 
All  the  law  of  love  fultilling. 

Ever  comfort  to  impart; 

Ever  bringing  offerings  meet, 
Suppliant  to  Thy  mercy  seat. 

5  So  may  sickness,  sin,  and  sadness, 

To  Thy  healing  virtue  yield. 
Till  the  sick  and  sad,  in  gladness, 

Kescued,  ransomed,  cleansed,  healed. 
One  in  Thee  together  meet. 
Pardoned  at  Thy  judgment  seat. 
87 


279  T..M. 

0  GOD  of  mercy !  hearken  now: 
Before  Thy  throne  we  humbly  bow; 
AVitli  heart  and  voice  to  Thee  we  cry 
For  all  ou  earth  who  suffering  lie. 

2  We  seek  Thee  where  Thou  dwell'ston  high^ 
Beyond  the  glittering,  starry  sky: 

We  find  Thee  where  Thou  (Iwell'st  below 
Beside  the  beds  of  want  and  woe. 

3  Be  ours  the  hearts  and  hands  to  bless 
The  sorrowing  sons  of  wretchedness; 
Send  Thou  the  help  we  cannot  give; 
Bid  dying  souis  arise  and  live. 

4  Oh,  let  the  healing  waters  spring. 
Touched  by  Thy  pitying  angel's  wing; 
With  quickening  i)ower  new  strength  impart 
To  palsied  will,  to  withered  heart. 

5  Where  poverty  in  pain  must  lie, 
Where  little  suffering  children  cry, 
Bid  us  haste  forth  as  called  by  Thee, 
And  in  Thy  poor,  Thyself  to  see. 

6  Be  Thou,  O  God  eternal,  blest. 
Thy  holy  Xame  on  earth  contest! 
Echo  Thy  praise  from  every  shore 
Forever  and  for  evermore. 


[orphans.] 

280 

OTHOL^,  Who  madest  land  and  sea, 
And  guidest  all,  m  all  their  ways. 
Who  hearest  those  who  bring  to  Thee 
Their  sacrifice  of  prayer  and  praise; 
Oh,  hear  Thy  children  as  they  bring 
Themselves  a  lowly  ottering! 

2  Great  God,  Who  with  a  Father's  love 

Dost  watch  o'er  all  created  things. 
And  gatherest  all,  below,  above. 

Beneath  the  shadow  of  Thy  wings; 
Protect,  we  pray  Thee,  now,  and  bless 
Thy  children  who  are  fatherless. 

3  Thou  hearest  still  the  eagle's  cry, 

And  notest  e'en  a  sparrow's  fall, 
Thy  listening  ear  doth  heed  on  high, 

And  hearken  to  the  raven's  call; 
Then,  heavenly  Father,  hear  and  bless 
Thy  children  who  are  fatherless. 


8s. 


THE    CliriiCJI— CIIAKITIES. 


C'oiiu-,  Ijoavonly  P'atlur,  come  to-day. 

For  we  Thy  eliildien  euiiie  to  Tliee, 
And  Tliou  wilt  never  .say  us,  nay, 

If  ciune  we  in  liuniilily : 
Xew-bolu  in  Thee,  O  Father,  bless 
Thv  children  who  are  fatherless. 


Cast  forth  ii])on  the  barren  strand 
Of  tills  lone  world,  to  Thee  we  lly; 

In  faith  and  hope,  we  fain  would  stand 
Beneath  Thy  shelterinjn-  arm  for  aye; 

Streteh  forth  Thy  hand,  and  ])ityiut;[  bless 

Thv  children  who  are  fatherless. 


And  ma>  we  all  with  joyfid  mind 
Our  hearts  as  livinjr  otterin<;s  bring, 

The  lirst-fruits  of  our  life,  to  find 
A  Father  in  our  heavenly  Kin«i; 

And  learn  in  life  and  death  to  bless 

Thee,  "Father  of  the  fatherless." 


Thou  Who  in  Thy  still  rest 

Our  dear  ones  safe  dost  keej); 
Thou  Who  shalt  bring  them  back 

One  day  from  their  btng  sleeji. 
Oh,  keep  us  l>y  Thy  grace, 

'I'll at  we  at  last  may  be. 
When  that  bright  morning  dawns. 

At  home  m  itli  them  and  Thee. 


281 


[OKPHAXS.] 


6s. 


milOU  Who  with  dying  lips 
JL      Thy  mother  didst  commend 
Unto  the  tender  care 

Of  Thy  beloved  friend; 
Thou  Who  l)y  Lazarus"  grave 

In  human  grief  didst  groan, 
Turn,  Lord,  Thine  eyes  on  those 

Left  in  the  world  alone. 


Them  Who  didst  call  Thy  Twelve 

Their  home  and  friends  to  leave, 
And  in  'I'hy  kingdcun  all, 

Yea,  moie  than  all,  receive. 
To  those  bereft  of  all, 

Thy  ])itying  l(»ve  extend, 
And  let  them  find  in  Thee 

Father,  and  home,  and  friend. 


TIk.u  Who  didst  say  of  (dd, 
"'I'liine  orphans  lend  to  JNle; 
I'nto  the  fat  lieilcss 

I  will  a  Fathei'  be," 
'J'hy  i»romises  are  sure; 

Jlelp  us  to  trust  Thee  still; 
To  tliose  who  need  Thee  sore, 

That  faithful  word  fuUil. 
88 


282 


[TEMrKKANCi:.] 


7.6. 


OLOKD,  our  strength  in  weakness. 
We  i)ray  to  Thee  for  grace; 
For  i)Ower  to  light  the  battle. 

For  sjjced  to  run  the  race; 
When  Thy  bajttismal  waters 

AN'ere  ])(»ured  upon  our  brow, 

We  then  were  made  Thy  children, 

And  pledged  our  earliest  vow ; 

2  We  then  were  sealed  and  hallowed 

By  Thy  life-giving  word; 
Were  made  the  Si)irit's  temples, 

And  members  of  the  Lord; 
With  His  own  bbtod  He  bought  us. 

And  made  the  jiurchase  sure; 
His  are  we:  may  He  keej)  us 

{Sober,  and  chaste,  and  i)ure. 

3  Conformed  to  His  own  likeness 

May  we  so  live  and  die, 
That  in  the  grave  our  bodies 

In  holy  i)eace  may  lie; 
And  at  the  resurrection 

Forth  from  those  graves  may  s}»ring, 
Like  to  the  gloiious  body 

Of  Christ,  our  Lord  and  King. 

4  The  pure  in  heart  are  blessed. 

For  they  shall  see  the  Ltud 
Forever  and  forever 

By  seraphim  adored; 
And  they  shall  drink  tlie  pleasures, 

Such  as  no  tongue  can  tell, 
Fr(»m  the  clear  crystal  river. 

Anil  life's  eternal  well. 


283 


[TKMPKIiAXCK.] 


L.  M. 

WIIEX,  d(K>med  to  death,  the  apostle  lay 
At  night  in  Herod's  dunge<»n  cell, 
A  light  shone  r<Mind  him  like  the  day, 
And  from  his  lind)s  the  fetters  fell. 


THE  HOLY  .sci;iptuj;es. 


2  A  niessen^cr  from  (iod  was  there, 

To  break  his  chain  and  bid  him  rise; 
And  lo!  the  saint,  as  free  as  air, 

Walked  forth  beneath  the  open  skies. 


3  Chains  yet  more  stron*:^  and  cruel  bind 
Tiie  victims  of  that  deadly  thirst 
"Which  drowns  the  soul,  and  from  the  mind 
Blots  the  bright  image  stamped  at  first. 


4  O  God  of  love  and  mercy,  deign 

To  look  on  those  -with  pitying  eye 
Who  struggle  with  that  fatal  chain. 
And  send  them  succor  from  on  high! 


5  Send  down,  in  its  resistless  might, 
Thy  gracious  Spirit,  we  implore. 
And  lead  the  captive  forth  to  light, 
A  rescued  soul,  a  shwe  no  more ! 


284 


DIVINITY   SCHOOLS. 


10s. 


GOD  of  the  prophets  I     Bless  the  x)rophets' 
sons : 
Elijah's  mantle  o'er  Elisha  cast; 
Each  age  its  solemn  task  may  claim-but  once : 
Make  each  a  nobler,  stronger  than  the  last  I 


2  Anoint  them    prophets  I     Make   their  ears 
attend 
To    Thy    divinest    speech;    their    hearts 
awake 
To  human  need;  their  lips  make  eloquent 
To  assure  the  right,  and  every  evil  break. 


3  Anoint  them   priests!     Strong  intercessors 
they 
For  pardon,  and  for  charity  and  peace ! 
Ah,  if   with  them  the  world   might  pass, 
astray, 
Into  the  dear  Christ's  life  of  sacrifice  I 


4  Anoint  them  kings!     Ave   kingly  kings   O 
Lord : 
Anoint  them  with  the  spirit  of  Thy  Son: 
Theirs,  not  a  jeweled  crown,  a  blood  stained 
sword ; 
Theirs,  by  sweet  love,  for  Christ  a  king- 
dom won. 
89 


5  Make  them  apostles!     Heralds  of  Thy  cross, 

Forth  may  they  go  to  tell  all  realms  Thy 

grace; 
Inspired  of  Thee,  maj'  they  count  all  but 

loss, 
And  stand  at  last  with   joy  before  Thy 

face. 

6  O  mighty  age  C)f  i)roi)het-kings,  return! 

O  truth,  O  faitli  enrich  our  urgent  time! 
Lord  Jesus  Christ,  again  with  us  sojourn; 
A  wearv  world  awaits  Thv  reign  sublime! 


IV.   E\}t  3^olu  c^crtpturcs. 


285 


CM. 


LAMP  of  our  feet,  whereby  we  trace 
Our  path  when  wont  to  stray; 
Stream  from  the  fount  of  heavenly  grace, 
Brook  by  the  traveller's  way; 

2  Bread  of  our  souls,  whereon  we  feed. 

True  manna  from  on  high ; 
Our  guide  and  chart,  wherein  we  read 
Of  realms  beyond  the  sky; 

3  Pillar  of  fire,  through  watches  dark, 

And  radiant  cloud  by  day; 
When  waves  would  'whelm  our  tossing  bark. 
Our  anchor  and  our  stay: 

4  Word  of  the  everlasting  God, 

Will  of  His  glorious  Son; 
Without  thee  how  could  earth  be  trod. 
Or  heaven  itself  be  won  ? 

5  Lord,  grant  us  all  aright  to  learn 

The  wisdom  it  imparts; 
And  to  its  heavenly  teaching  turn, 
With  simple,  childlike  hearts. 


286 


6s. 


LORD,  Thy  Word  abideth, 
And  our  footsteps  guideth 
Who  its  truth  believeth 
Light  and  joy  receiveth. 

2  When  our  foes  are  near  us, 
Then  Thy  Word  doth  cheer  us, 
Word  of  consolation. 
Message  of  salvation. 


SPECIAL    OCCASIOX.S— OIIDIXATIOX. 


0  Wlit'ii  the  sttinns  are  i)"er  us, 
And  (lark  cltuuls  before  us, 
Then  its  liuht  direeteth. 
And  our  way  proteeteth. 

4  "Who  can  tell  the  pleasure. 
Who  recount  the  treasure, 
J>y  Thy  Word  iin})arted 
To  the  simple-hearted? 

5  "Word  of  mercy,  uiving 
SucctU'  to  the  livin<i'; 
AVord  of  life,  supjdying 
Comfort  to  the  dying! 

0  Oh,  that  we  discerning 
Its  most  holy  learning. 
Lord,  may  love  and  fear  Thee! 
Evermore  be  near  Thee ! 


287 


FATHER  of  mercies !  in  Thy  Word 
What  endless  glory  shines! 
Forever  be  Thy  Name  adored 
For  these  celestial  lines. 

2  Here  the  Redeemer's  welcome  voice 
Spreads  heavenly  peace  around; 
And  life  and  everlasting  joys 
Attend  the  blissful  sound. 


3  Oh,  may  these  heavenly  pages  be 
My  ever  dear  delight; 
And  still  new  beauties  may  I  see, 
And  still  increasinu"  liuiit. 


4  Divine  Instructor,  gracious  Lord, 
He  Thou  forever  near; 
Teach  me  to  love  Thy  sacred  Word, 
And  view  my  Saviour  there. 


The  Church  from  her  dear  Master 

Received  the  gift  divine. 
And  still  that  light  she  lifteth 

0"er  all  the  earth  to  shine. 
It  is  the  golden  casket 

Where  gems  of  truth  are  stored. 
It  is  the  heaven-drawn  i)icture 

Of  Christ,  the  living  Word. 

It  rioateth  like  a  banner 

Before  God's  host  unfurled; 
It  shineth  like  a  beacon 

Above  the  darkling  world; 
It  is  the  chart  and  com])ass 

That  o'er  life's  surging  sea. 
Mid  mists,  and  rocks,  and  (piicksands 

Still  guides,  O  Christ,  to  Thee. 

Oh,  make  Thy  Church,  dear  Saviour, 

A  lamp  of  purest  gold, 
To  bear  before  the  nations 

Thy  true  light  as  of  old; 
Oh,  teach  Tiiy  wandering  pilgrims 

By  this,  their  i)ath  to  trace. 
Till,  clouds  and  darkness  ended, 

They  see  Thee  face'to  face. 


CM. 


288 


OWOFJI)  of  C;od  incarnate, 
O  Wisdom  from  on  high, 
O  Truth  unchanged,  unchanging 

O  Light  of  our  dark  sky: 
\\'{'  praise  Thee  for  the  radiance 
That  from  the  liallowed  page, 
A  lantern  to  our  footstejis. 
Shines  on  from  age  to  age. 
90 


Also  the  following: 

C8  Not  by  Thy  mighty  hand. 
485  Come  pure  hearts  in  sweetest  measures. 


V.    ^^^pccial  (f^rcasionsi. 


289 


ORDIXATIOX. 


'.G. 


LORD  of  the  living  harvest 
That  whitens  o'er  tlu-  plain, 
Where  angels  soon  sliall  gatlicr 

Their  sheaves  of  golden  grain; 
Accei)t  these  hands  to  labor, 

These  hearts  to  trust  and  love, 
And  deign  with  them  tt)  hasten 
Thy  kingdom  frcnn  abt)ve. 

As  laborers  in  Thy  vineyard 

Still  faithful  may  they  be. 
Content  to  bear  the  burden 

Of  weary  days  for  Thee; 
To  ask  no  (»tlu'r  wages, 

When  Thou  shalt  call  them  home, 
Rut  t»>  have  shared  the  travail 

Which  makes  Thv  kingdom  come. 


SPECIAL    OCCASIOXS— OKDIXATIOX. 


3  Come  down,  Thou  Holy  Si>int, 

And  lill  their  souls  with  li.i;ht, 
Clotlie  them  in  spotless  raiment, 

In  vesture  clean  and  wlute; 
Within  Thy  sacred  temple 

Be  with  them  where  they  stand, 
To  guide  and  teach  Thy  people 

Throughout  our  native  land. 

4  Be  with  them,  God  the  Father! 

Be  with  them,  God  the  JSou! 
And  God  the  Holy  Spirit! 

Most  blessed  Three  in  One! 
Make  them  a  holy  priesthood, 

Thee  humbly  to  adore, 
And  till  them  with  Thy  fullness 

Both  now  and  evermore! 

290  L.M. 

BOW  down  Thine  ear,  almighty  Lord, 
And  hear  Thy  Church's  suppliant  cry 
For  all  who  preach  Thy  saving  word, 
And  wait  upon  Thy  ministry. 

2  In  mercy,  Father,  now  give  heed, 

And  pour  Thy  quickening  Spirit's  breath 
On  those  whom  Thou  dost  call  to  feed 
Thy  flock  redeemed  by  Jesus'  death. 

3  O  Saviour,  from  Thy  pierced  hand 

Shed  o'er  them  all  Thy  gifts  divine: 
That  those  who  in  Thy  presence  stand 
May  do  Thy  will  with  love  like  Thine. 

4  Blest  Spirit,  in  their  hearts  abide, 

And  give  them  grace  to  watch  and  pray; 
That  as  they  seek  Thy  flock  to  guide, 
Themselves  may  keep  the  narrow  way. 

5  O  God,  Thy  strength  and  mercy  send 

To  shield  them  in  their  strife  with  sin; 
Grant  them,  enduring  to  the  end. 
The  crown  of  life  at  last  to  win. 

291  L.  M. 

FATHER  of  mercies,  bow  Thine  ear, 
Attentive  to  our  earnest  prayer: 
We- plead  for  those  who  plead  for  Thee; 
Successful  pleaders  may  they  be ! 

2  How  great  their  Avork,  how  vast  their  charge ! 
Do  Thou  their  anxious  souls  enlarge: 
Their  best  acquirements  are  our  gain; 
We  share  the  blessings  they  obtain. 
91 


3  Clothe,  then,  with  energy  divine 

Their  words,  and  let  those  words  be  Thine; 
To  them  Thy  sacred  truth  reveal, 
Suppress  their  fear,  inflame  their  zeal. 

4  Teach  them  to  sow  the  precious  seed; 
Teach  them  Thy  chosen  flock  to  feed; 
Teach  them  immortal  souls  to  gain, 
Souls  that  will  well  reward  their  pain. 

5  Let  thronging  multitudes  around 
Hear  from  their  lii)s  the  joyful  sound; 
In  humble  strains  thy  grace  implore. 
And  feel  Thy  new-creating  power. 

6  Let  sinners  break  their  massy  chains. 
Distressed  souls  forget  their  pains; 

Let  light  through  distant  realms  be  spread, 
And  Sion  rear  her  drooping  head. 


292  L.  ^L 

0  SPIRIT  of  the  living  God, 
In  all  Thy  plenitude  of  grace. 
Where'er  the  foot  of  man  hath  trod. 
Descend  on  our  apostate  race. 

2  Give  tongues  of  fire  and  hearts  of  love, 

To  preach  the  reconciling  word ; 
Give  powder  and  unction  from  above, 
Where'er  the  joyful  sound  is  heard. 

3  Be  darkness,  at  Thy  coming,  light; 

Confusion,  order,  in  Thy  path; 
Souls  without  strength  inspire  with  mighty 
Bid  mercy  triumph  over  wrath. 

4  Convert  the  nations !  far  and  nigh 

The  triumphs  of  the  cross  record; 
The  Xame  of  Jesus  glorify, 

Till  every  people  call  Him  Lord. 


293 


p.  :\L 

COME,  Holy  Ghost,  our  souls  inspire, 
And  lighten  with  celestial  flre. 

2  Thou  the  anointing  Spirit  art, 

Wlio  dost  Thy  sevenfold  gifts  impart. 

3  Thy  blessed  unction  from  above 
Is  comfort,  life,  and  fire  of  love. 

4  Enable  with  perpetual  light 

The  dullness  of  our  blinded  sight. 


ISPECIAL    OCCASIONS— LAYING    OF    A    CORNER    STONE. 


5  Ain>iut  and  cheer  our  soiled  face 
With  the  abundance  of  Thy  grace. 

6  Keep  far  our  foes,  fjive  peace  at  home: 


7  Teach  us  to  know  the  Father,  Son, 
And  Thee  of  both  to  be  but  One, 

8  That,  throujxh  the  aijes  all  alonj^. 
This  may  be  our  endless  song; 

9  Praise  to  Thy  eternal  merit, 
Father,  Son,  and  Holy  Spirit. 

Also  the  following: 
4So  Come,  pure  hearts,  in  sweetest  measures. 
571  Sokliers  of  the  cross,  arise. 
574  Go  lal)or  on,  spend  and  be  spent. 
577  Lord  speak  to  me  that  I  may  speak. 

INSTITUTION   OF   MINISTERS. 

294  7s 

HEAVENLY  Shepherd,  Thee  we  pray 
For  Thy  servant  here  to-day: 
By  the  cross  upon  his  brow. 
By  his  ordination  vow, 
By  the  prayers  which  we  have  prayed 
For  the  Holy  Spirit's  aid. 
By  the  deep  and  fervent  love 
Owing  to  his  Lf)rd  above. 
Grant  him  faithful  watch  to  keep. 
Tend  Thy  lambs,  and  feed  Thj'  sheep. 

2  From  the  silent  power  of  sin 
Lurking  secretly  within. 

May  the  grace  that  flows  from  Thee, 
Heavenly  Shepherd,  set  him  free; 
By  the  blessing  on  him  breathed, 
liy  the  charge  to  him  bequeathed. 
Thou  the  Way,  the  Truth,  the  Life, 
(iird  him  for  the  sacred  strife, 
Aye  his  faithful  watch  to  kcej), 
Tend  Thy  laml)s,  and  feed  Thy  sheep. 

3  Speed  him  on  his  life-long  way, 
S]>eed  him  whom  we  speed  to-day; 
Thou,  the  gra(;ious,  loving  Lord, 
<Mve  liim  souls  for  his  reward: 
'I'ill  lu;  win  tlu;  jiromiscd  crown, 
Wlicn  lie  lays  his  ])urdcn  down 
Ilimibly  at  his  Saviour's  feet, 
]>ow  licforc  the  mercy-seat: 

<iive  him,  I^ord,  Thy  grace  to  keej), 
Tend  'I'hy  laml>s,  and  feed  Thy  sheei). 
92 


4  To  the  blessed  Trinity 

Now  let  praise  and  glory  be, 
In  Whose  Name  we  meet  to-day 
For  our  guidance,  as  we  pray. 
That  we  may,  in  all  we  do. 
Pastor,  and  his  flock,  be  true; 
True  to  man  in  heavenly  love. 
True  to  Thee,  our  God,  above, 
Till  we,  sheep  and  shepherd,  meet, 
Ransomed,  at  Thy  judgment  seat. 

LAYING  OF  A  CORNER  STONE. 

295  L.^r. 

OLORD  of  hosts,  Whose  glory  Alls 
The  bounds  of  the  eternal  hills. 
And  yet  vouchsafes,  in  Christian  lands. 
To  dwell  in  temples  made  with  hands; 

2  Grant  that  all  we  who  here  to-day 
Rejoicing  this  foundation  lay. 
May  be  in  very  deed  Thine  own, 
Built  on  the  precious  Corner-stone. 

3  Endue  the  creatures  with  Thy  grace. 
That  shall  adorn  Thy  dwelling-place; 
The  beauty  of  the  oak  and  pine. 

The  gold  and  silver,  make  them  Thine. 

4  To  Thee  they  all  pertain:  to  Thee 
The  treasures  of  the  eartli  and  sea: 
And  when  we  bring  them  to  Thy  throne, 
We  but  present  Thee  with  Thine  own. 

5  The  minds  that  guide,  endue  with  skill; 
The  hands  that  work,  j)reserve  from  ill; 
That  we,  who  these  foundations  lay, 
May  raise  the  top-stone  in  its  day. 

G  Both  now  and  ever,  Lord,  protect 
The  temple  of  Thine  own  elect: 
Be  Thou  in  them,  and  they  in  Thee, 
O  ever  blessed  Trinitv! 


296 


8.7. 


IN  tlu>  Name  which  earth  and  heaven 
Ever  worship,  ]»raise,  and  fear. 
Father,  Son,  and  II(»ly  Spirit. 

Shall  a  house  be  builded  here: 
Here  with  i)rayer  its  deep  foundations. 

In  the  faitli  "of  Christ,  we  lay. 

Trusting  by  His  help  to  crown  it 

With  the  top-stone  in  its  day. 


SPECIAL    OCCA.siOXS— COXbEClLVTlOX    OF    CllLKCHK.S. 


Here  as  in  their  due  siutession 

JStone  on  stone  tlie  workmen  i>lace, 
Thus,  we  pray,  unseen  but  surely, 

Jesus,  buikl  us  uj)  in  <irace: 
Till,  within  these  walls  e(tini)lete(l. 

We  complete  in  Thee  are  found; 
And  to  Thee,  the  one  Foundation, 

Strong  and  living  stones,  are  bound. 

Fair  shall  be  Thine  earthly  temple: 

Here  the  careless  passer-by 
Shall  bethink  him.  in  its  beauty. 

Of  the  holier  house  on  high: 
Weary  hearts  and  troubled  spirits 

Here  shall  find  a  still  retreat; 
Sinful  souls  shall  bring  their  burden 

Here  to  the  Absolver's  feet. 

Yet  with  truer,  nobler  beauty. 

Lord,  we  pray,  this  house  adorn. 
Where  Thy  Bride,  Thy  Churcli  redeemed. 

Robes  her  for  her  marriage  morn; 
Clothed  in  garments  of  salvation. 

Rich  with  gems  of  heavenly  grace. 
Spouse  of  Christ,  arrayed  and  waiting 

Till  she  may  behold  His  face. 

Here  in  due  and  solemn  order 
May  her  ceaseless  prayer  arise; 

Here  may  strains  of  holy  gladness 
Lift  her  heart  aV)Ove  the  skies: 

Here  the  word  of  life  be  spoken; 
Here  the  child  of  God  be  sealed; 

Here  the  bread  of  heaven  be  broken, 

"Till  He  come,''  Himself  revealed. 

Praise  to  Thee,  O  Master-Builder, 

Maker  of  the  earth  and  skies; 
Praise  to  Thee,  in  Whom  Thy  temple 

Fitly  framed  together  lies; 
Praise  to  Thee,  eternal  Spirit, 

Binding  all  that  lives  in  one: 
Till  our  earthly  praise  be  ended, 

And  the  eternal  song  begun  I 


3  And  while  Thy  sous,  from  earth  apart. 

Here   seek  the   truth   from    heaven    that 
si)rung, 
Fill  with  Tliy  Spirit  every  lieart. 
With  living  fire  touch  every  tongue. 

4  Lord,  feed  Thy  Church  with  peace  and  love; 

Let  sin  and  error  i)ass  away. 
Till  truth's  full  infiuence  from  above 
Rejoice  the  earth  with  cloudless  day. 


298 


6.G.6.G.8.8. 


CIHRLST  is  our  corner-stone, 
)     On  Him  alone  we  build: 
With  His  true  saints  alone 

The  courts  of  heaven  are  filled; 
On  His  great  love  our  hopes  we  place, 
Of  present  grace  and  joys  above. 

2  Oh,  then  with  hymns  of  praise 

These  hallowed  courts  shall  ring; 
Our  voices  we  will  raise 

The  Three  in  One  to  sing, 
And  thus  proclaim  in  joyful  song. 
Both  loud  and  long,  that  glorious  Xame. 

3  Here,  gracious  God.  do  Thou 

For  evermore  draw  nigh; 
Accept  each  faithful  vow, 

And  mark  each  suppliant  sigh: 
In  copious  shower  on  all  who  pray. 
Each  holy  day  Thy  blessings  pour. 

4  Here  may  we  gain  from  heaven, 

The  grace  which  we  implore: 
And  may  that  grace,  once  given, 

Be  with  us  evermiire; 
Until  that  day.  when  all  the  blest 
To  endless  rest  are  called  awav. 


COXSECRATIOX   OF   CHURCHES. 


297 


L.M.  299 


L.:\r. 


OTHOL',  in  Whom  alone  is  found 
The  strength  by  which  our  toil  is  blest, 
I      Upon  this  consecrated  ground 
;  Xow  bid  Thy  cloud  of  gloiy  rest. 

1  2  In  Thy  great  X'ame  we  place  this  stone; 
To  Thy  great  truth  these  walls  we  rear: 
Long  may  they  make  Thy  glory  known, 
i  And  long  our  Saviour  triumph  here. 

I  93 


THY  Temple  is  not  made  with  hands, 
'Tis  lit  by  many  a  golden  star; 
The  purple  heights  of  mountain  lands 
Its  everlasting  pillars  are. 

2  Thee,  highest  heaven  cannot  contain. 

Great  Lord  of  earth,  and  sky,  and  sea ! 
Yet  enter  in,  and  bless  the  fane 

Adorinji'  hands  have  reared  for  Thee. 


SPECIAL    OCCASIONS— CONSECHATIOX    OF    CIIUKCHES. 


3  [*rnwtutliy  yift  ami  touched  with  fears, 

And  memories  of  our  h>ved  at  rest; 

Draw  ni«;h,  O  Lord,  aud  dry  our  tears, 

And  be  Thy  presence  here  confest.] 

4  For  wflcome  to  the  babe  new  born, 

F(»r  stren«;thenin<;  liands  on  bended  liead, 
For  bk'ssinus  on  the  marriajre  morn, 

And  sweet  words  wlnspered  o"er  the  dead ; 

5  For  food  divine  to  souls  sufficed, 

For  words   that   warn,  for   prayers   that 
press, 
Arise  and  enter  in,  O  Christ! 

And  with  Thy  presence  all  things  bless. 

0  So  praise  to  Thy  great  Name  shall  rise 
Up  from  these  walls,  this  sacred  Hoor, 
Who  made,  Who  saves,  Who  sanctities. 
Forever  and  for  evermore. 

*  To  be  used  of  a  memorial  church. 


300  L.  M. 

JESUI  where'er  Thy  people  meet, 
There  they  behold  Thy  mercy-seat; 
Where'er  they  seek  Thee,  Thou  art  found, 
And  every  place  is  hallowed  ground. 

2  And  since  within  no  walls  confined. 
Thou  <lwellest  in  the  humble  mind: 
Let  all  within  Thy  house  who  come. 
Departing,  take  Thee  to  their  home. 

3  Yet  everywhere  Thou  guid'st  Thine  own 
To  raise  for  Thee  an  earthly  throne; 
And  where  Thy  Name  ^J'hou  dost  record. 
There  Thou  wilt  come  and  bless  them,  Lord  I 

4  [*Behold,  at  Thy  commanding  word. 
We  stretch  the  curtain  and  tiie  cord; 


\\  a  stretcli  the  curtain  and  tlie  cord; 
O'ome  Thou  an<l  fill  this  wider  si)ace< 
A.nd  bless  us  with  a  large  increase.] 

5  Great  Shepherd  of  Thy  chosen  few. 
Thy  former  mercies  here  renew; 
And  here  to  wayward  hearts  luoclaim 
The  sweetness  of  Thy  saving  Name! 

0  Here  may  we  ])rove  the  might  of  prayer 
To  sticii^^thcn  faith  and  sweeten  care: 
'I'o  teach  our  faint  desires  to  rise. 
And  l»ring  all  heaven  before  our  eyes! 
•For  enlargeiiH-iit  of  tlio  Cliurch. 
04 


7  Here  to  the  babe  new-born  on  earth. 
Grant  Thou  the  newer,  better  birth; 
By  watei  and  the  Holy  Ghost 
Restoring  all  that  Adam  lost. 

8  Here  to  the  weary,  hungry  soul, 

Give  Thou  the  gift  that  maketh  whole; 
The  bread  that  is  Christ's  tiesh,  for  food, 
The  wine  that  is  the  Saviour's  blood. 

9  Lord,  we  are  few,  but  Thou  art  near; 
Nor  short  Thine  arm,  nor  <leaf  Thine  ear; 
Oh,  rend  the  lu-avens,  c-ome  ipiickly  down, 
And  make  a  tliousand  hearts  Thine  own  I 


301  L  M 

C10ME,  Jesus,  from  the  sapi)hire  tlirone, 
/     Where  Thy  redeemed  behold  Thy  face, 
Enter  this  temple,  now  Thine  own. 
And  let  Thy  glory  fill  the  place. 

2  We  praise  Thee  that  to-day  we  see 

Its  sacred  walls  before  Thee  stand; 

'Tis  Thine  for  us:  'tis  ours  for  Thet : 

Reared  by  Thy  kind  assisting  hand. 

3  Oft  as  returns  the  day  of  rest, 

Let  heartfelt  worship  here  ascend; 
With  Thine  own  joy  lill  every  breast, 

With  Thine  own  power  Thy  wortl  attend. 

4  Here  in  the  dark  and  sorrowing  day. 

Bid  Thou  the  throbbing  heart  be  still; 
Oh,  wi})e  the  mourner's  tears  aw;;y. 

And  give  new  strength  to  meet  Thy  will. 

5  When    round   this  Board  Thine  own   shall 

meet, 
And  keep  the  feast  of  dying  love, 
Be  our  communion  ever  sweet 

With  Thee,  and  with  Thy  Church  above. 

G  Come,  faithful  Shepherd,  feed  Thy  sheep; 
In  Thine  own  arms  the  lambs  enfold; 
(Jive  helj)  to  ;^limb  the  heavenward  steep. 
Till  Thy  full  glory  we  behold. 


302 


S 


(^OD  of  love,  our  Father,  Saviour. 
JT     Holy  Spirit  Thee  we  i)raisi'! 
Triune  (iod,  all  tlunight  transcending, 

Kaiii  would  we  a  tcmi)le  raise 
AVorthy  of  Thy  loving-kindness, 

Hallowed  througii  all  earthly  days! 


DEDICATIOX    OF    IIOUJ5E.S,    PLACE.'^    AXD  TillXG.S. 


2  Make  tliese  stones  a  hallowed  symbol, 

Saints  of  God  who  run  may  read, 
Types  of  those  whom,  blest  Redeemer, 

Thou  from  sin  and  woe  hast  freed. 
Pillars  Thou  hast  hewn  and  sliapen. 

Thine  elect  in  very  deed  I 

3  Lord !  restore  the  ^ates  of  Sion, 

Let  her  courts  with  praise  resound! 
May  Thy  li<4,ht  and  love  descending 

Shed  their  radiant  joys  around, 
So  shall  man  reveal  Thy  glory: 

Earth,  like  heaven,  be  hallowed  ground 


Also  the  following: 

382  Spirit  divine,  attend  our  prayers. 
470  Oh,  with  due  reverence  let  us  all. 

472  In  loud  exalted  strains. 

473  Christ  is  made  the  sure  foundation. 

474  We  love  the  place,  O  God. 

477  Pleasant  are  Thv  courts  above. 


RESTORATIOX   OF   A   CHURCH. 

303  s: 

LIFT  the  strain  of  high  thanksgiving! 
Tread  with  songs  the  hallowed  way! 
Praise  our  fathers'  God,  for  mercies 

New  to  us  their  sons  to-day: 
Here  they  built  for  Him  a  dwelling, 

Served  Him  here  in  ages  past, 
Fixed  it  for  His  sure  possession, 
Holy  ground,  while  time  shall  last. 


2  When  the  years  had  wrought  their  changes. 

He,  our  own  unchanging  God, 
Thought  on  this  His  habitation. 

Looked  on  His  decayed  abode; 
Heard  our  prayers,  and  helped  our  counsels. 

Blessed  the  silver  and  the  gold. 
Till  once  more  His  house  is  standing 

Firm  and  stately  as  of  old. 

3  Entering  then  Thy  gates  with  praises. 

Lord,  be  ours  Thine  Israel's  prayer: 
"Ptise  into  Thy  place  of  resting. 

Shew  Thy  promised  presence  there!" 
Let  the  gracious  word  be  spoken 
Here,  as  once  on  Sion's  height, 
"This  shall  be  My  rest  forever. 
This  My  dwelling  of  delight  " 
95 


Fill  this  latter  house  with  glory 

Greater  than  the  former  knew; 
Clothe  with  righteousness  its  priestluxjd, 

VTuide  us  all  to  reverence  true; 
Let  Thy  Holy  One's  anointing 

Here  its  sevenfold  blessing  shed; 
Spread  for  us  the  heavenly  banijuet, 

Satisfy  Thy  poor  with  Inead. 

Praise  to  Thee,  almighty  Father, 

Praise  to  Thee,  eternal  Son, 
Praise  to  Thee,  all-quickening  Spirit, 

Ever  blessed  Three  in  One: 
Threefold  Power  and  Grace  and  Wisdom, 

Moulding  out  of  sinful  clay. 
Living  stones  for  that  true  temple 

Which  shall  never  know  decav. 


DEDICATIOX  OF  HOUSES,  PLACES  AXD 
THIX^GS. 


304 


[hospital.] 


S.  M. 

SPIRIT  of  truth,  we  call 
On  Thee  this  house  to  bless, 
Give  wisdom,  strength  and  grace  to  all 
Who  here  Thy  Xame  confess. 

2  Spirit  of  mercy,  bring 

Thy  balm  the  sick  to  heal; 
And  make  the  weary  ones  to  sing, 
Who  shall  Thy  presence  feel. 

3  Spirit  of  peace  descend, 

Thyself  the  heavenly  Dove : 
Let  care  for  souls  and  bodies  blend 
In  ministries  of  love. 

4  Spirit  of  Christ  abide 

In  every  heart  alway; 
And  crown,  O  Jesus  crucified, 
The  work  begun  to-day. 

[home  for  the  aged.] 

305  7s. 

LORD  of  life,  of  love,  of  light. 
Clothed  in  mercy,  armed  with  might. 
Worship  centres  at  Thy  throne, 
.Praise  belongs  to  Thee  alone! 
Be  this  house  forever  Thine: 
Through  it  let  Thy  favor  shine; 
P'eed  the  souls  that  here  shall  meet. 
From  Thy  bounty  pure  and  sweet. 


DEDICATION    OF    llOUSE.s,    FLACKS    AND    THINGS. 


Write  salvation  on  these  walls; 
Siueitr  tliiise  wlmiii  sin  enthralls; 
Li»;htene(l  with  eelestial  rays, 
Let  these  nates  relleet  Thy  praise. 
Thon  Who  dwellest  where  is  sunt;" 
Praise  to  Thee  hy  human  tonuue, 
With  the  presence  of  Thy  «iraee 
Dwell  henceforth  within  this  i)lace. 

On  Thine  a.ii:e(l  servants,  pour 
liichest  mercies  frtmi  Thy  store. 
And  till  life's  brief  hour  shall  end, 
I>e  their  (iuardian.  Saviour.  Friend. 
Father  holy!  Christ  most  blest! 
Evermore  within  us  rest! 
Spirit  pure,  illume  our  ways 
With  Thy  bright,  celestial  rays! 


306 


[UUniAL    GUOLND.] 


8s. 


OThoii,  in  Whom  Thy  saints  repose, 
When  life's  brief  conflict  finds  its  close ; 
Behold  us  met  before  Thy  face 
To  hallow  this  their  resting-place: 
Safe  are  the  souls  whom  Thou  dost  keep; 
And  safely  here  their  dust  shall  sleep. 

Thou  knowest,  Lord,  —  for  Thou  hast  wept 
lieside  the  tomb  where  Lazarus  slept, — 
What   tears   must  flow,  what  hearts   must 

bleed, 
When  here  we  sow  the  precious  seed: 
Thou  still  rememberest,  on  Thy  throne, 
Thy  garden  grave  and  sealed  stone. 

I>id  then  Thy  hosts  encamp  around 
This  chosen  s])ot  of  h(>ly  ground: 
Here  let  calm  hope  with  memory  dwell, 
And  faith  of  heavenly  comfort  tell: 
No  thought  of  ill,  no  footstep  rude 
Profane  the  sacred  solitude. 

Here  when  Thy  mourners  shall  repair 
In  lonely  grief  and  treml)ling  i)rayer, 
l^ift  Thou  sad  hearts  and  streaming  eyes 
To  those  fair  glades  of  Paradise, 
Where  safe  within  the  guarded  gate 
Tliy  ransomed  souls  in  patience  wait. 

And  when  the  valley,  thick  witli  corn. 
Shall  joy  to  see  Thy  harvcst-in(»rn, 
Here  may  the  angel-reapers  find 
Fidl  many  a  sheaf  f<»r  Thee  to  bind. 
And  in  Thy  golden  garnei-  store, 
(iatluTcd  and  s;ifc  for  evermore. 


307 


[(  IIl"H<  II    BELLS.] 


8.7 

RAISED  between  the  earth  and  heaven, 
Now  our  bells  are  set  on  high; 
In  the  Name  of  Him  Who  giveth 
Skill,  and  strength,  and  industry. 

2  For  His  jiraise  we  meekly  lay  them 

As  a  gift  beneath  His  throne; 

All  their  sweet  and  noblest  music 

Shall  resound  for  Him  alone. 

'.J  Faithful  men  afar  shall  listen, 
"Mid  their  daily  toil  or  rest, 
While  the  melody  shall  bid  them 

Love  the  Church  where  all  are  blest. 

4  Earth's  rejoicings,  bright  and  holy, 

Shall  be  signed  with  joyful  i)eal; 
And  the  music  from  the  steei)le 
Shall  our  faith  and  love  reveal. 

5  They  who  languish,  sick  and  lonely, 

Shall  be  minded,  as  they  sigh. 

Of  the  Church's  one  communion, 

God's  true  home  and  family. 

0  When  the  spirits  of  the  faithful 
Pass  away  to  li.uht  and  peace; 
Solemn  tones  shall  then  forewarn  us, 
Soon  our  life  and  work  must  cease. 

7  May  these  loud  and  well-tuned  voices, 
Pealing  forth  in  grand  accord. 
Lift  our  hearts  through  joy  and  sorrow 
To  Thy  throne,  most  gracious  Lcrd. 


308 


[an  ougan.] 


r.  :\i. 


ANGEL-VOICES,  ever  singing 
Round  Thy  throne  of  light: 
Angel-harps,  forever  ringing, 

Kest  r.ot  day  nor  night: 
Thousands  only  live  to  bless  Thee, 
And  confess  Thee 
Lord  of  might ! 


2  L<u-d,  we  know  Thy  love  rejoices 
O'er  each  work  of  Thine; 
Thou  didst  ears,  and  hands,  and  V(»ices 

For  Thy  praise  combiue; 
Craftsman's  art  and  music's  measure 
For  Thy  jjleasure 
Didst  (k'sigu. 


TKAVELLEKS    JJY    SEA    OK    LAND. 


3  Here,  ureat  God,  to-day  we  offer 

Of  Thine  own  to  Thee; 
And  for  Thine  acceptance  proffer, 

All  unworthily. 
Hearts  and  minds,  and  hands  and  voices, 
In  our  choicest 
Melody. 

4  Honor,  glory,  might,  and  merit. 

Thine  shall  ever  be ! 
Father,  Son,  and  Holy  Spirit, 

Blessed  Trinity! 
Of  the  best  that  Thou  hast  given. 
Earth  and  heaven 
Render  Thee ! 


TRAVELLEKS    BY   SEA   OR    LAXD. 


309 


CM. 


OLORD,  be  with  us  when  we  sail 
Upon  the  lonely  deep. 
Our  guard  when  on  the  silent  deck 
The  nightly  watch  we  keep. 

2  We  need  not  fear,  though  all  around, 
'Mid  rising  winds,  we  hear 
The  multitude  of  waters  surge; 
For  Thou,  O  God,  art  near. 

:]  The  calm,  the  breeze,  the  gale,  the  storm. 
The  ocean  and  the  land. 
All,  all  are  Thine,  and  held  within 
The  hollow  of  Thy  hand. 

4  As  when  on  blue  Gennesaret 

Rose  high  the  angry  wave. 
And  Thy  disciples  quailed  in  dread, 
One  word  of  Thine  could  save ; 

5  So  when  the  fiercer  storms  arise 

From  man's  unbridled  will. 
Be  Thou,  Lord,  present  in  our  hearts 
To  whisper,  "Peace,  be  still." 

'6  *If  duty  calls,  from  threatened  strife 
To  guard  our  native  shore. 
And  shot  and  shell  are  answering 
The  booming  cannon's  roar; 

7  Be  Thou  the  mainguard  of  our  host 
Till  war  and  dangers  cease. 
Defend  the  right,  put  up  the  sword. 
And  through  the  world  make  peace. 
*  To  be  added  in  time  of  war. 
97 


8  Across  this  troubled  tide  of  life 
Thyself  our  pilot  be, 
Until  we  reach  that  better  lan<l. 
The  land  that  knows  no  sea. 


310 


8s. 


Ir^TERXAL  Father!  strong  to  save, 
Li     AVliose  arm  hath  bound   the    restless 
wave, 
Who  bid'st  tlie  mighty  ocean  deep 
Its  own  appointed  limits  keep; 

Oh,  hear  us  when  we  cry  to  Thee 
For  those  who  sail  upon  the  sea! 

O  Christ!  Whose  voice  the  waters  heard 
And  hushed  their  raging  at  Thy  word, 
Who  walked' st  on  the  foaming  deep. 
And  calm  amidst  its  rage  didst  sleep; 
Oh,  hear  us  when  we  cry  to  Thee 
For  those  who  sail  upon  the  sea ! 

Most  Holy  Spirit!  Who  didst  brood 

L^pon  the  chaos  dark  and  rude. 

And  bid  its  angry  tumult  cease. 

And  give,  for  wild  confusion,  peace; 
Oh,  hear  us  when  we  cry  to  Thee 
For  those  who  sail  upon  the  sea ! 

O  Trinity  of  love  and  powei"! 

Our  brethren  shield  in  danger's  hour; 

From  rock  and  tempest,  fire  and  foe. 

Protect  them  whereso'er  they  go; 
Thus  evermore  shall  rise  to  Thee 
Glad  hymns  of  praise  from  land  and  sea! 


311  LM. 

ALMIGHTY  Father,  hear  our  cry, 
As  o'er  the  trackless  deep  we  roam; 
Be  Thou  our  haven  always  nigh. 

On  homeless  waters.  Thou  our  home. 

2  O  Jesus,  Saviour,  at  Whose  voice 

The  tempest  sank  to  perfect  rest, 
Bid  Thou  the  fearful  heart  rejoice, 

And  cleanse  and  calm  the  troubled  breast. 

3  O  Holy  Ghost,  beneath  Whose  power 

The  ocean  woke  to  life  and  light. 
Command  Thy  blessing  in  this  hour. 

Thy  fostering  warmth,    Thy   (piickening 
miiiht. 


GENEUAL. 


4  Great  God  of  our  salvation,  Thee 
We  love,  we  worship,  we  adore; 
Our  retu*;e  on  time's  ehaujieful  sea, 
Our  joy  ou  heaven's  eternal  shore. 


312  L.M. 

^Y^^^^I'E  o'er  the  deep  Thy  servants  sail, 
T  V       iSeud  Thou,  O  Lord,  the  prosperous 
«;ale; 
And  on  their  hearts,  where'er  they  go, 
Oh,  let  Thy  heavenly  breezes  blow. 

2  If  on  the  morninri's  wings  they  fly. 
They  will  not  pass  beyond  Thine  eye: 
Tlie  wanderer  s  i)rayer  Thou  bend'st  to  hear. 
And  faith  exults  to  know  Thee  near. 


3  When  tempests  rock  the  groaning  bark, 
Oh,  hide  them  safe  in  Jesus'  ark! 
When  in  the  temi)ting  \Hn-t  they  ride, 
Oil,  keep  them  safe  at  Jesus'  side! 

4  If  life's  wide  ocean  smile  or  roar, 
.Still  guide  them  to  the  heavenly  shore; 
And  grant  their  dust  in  Christ  may  sleep, 
Abroad,  at  home,  or  in  the  deep. 


313 


vs. 


SAFE  upon  the  billowy  deep, 
Loving  Lord,  Thy  servants  keep; 
Helpless,  trusting  i)ilgrims  they. 
Guard  them  on  their  watery  way. 

2  In  the  morning  fdl  their  sails, 
Mid  the  dark  send  favoring  gales; 
If  their  sky  be  overcast, 

Calm  the  waves,  and  still  the  blast. 

3  Let  Thy  sunshine  guide  by  day; 
Send  at  eve  the  stairy  ray; 
Through  the  watches  of  the  night, 
Be  Thou,  Lord,  their  shining  light. 

4  Thus  as  hour  by  hour  rolls  by 
Watch  them  witli  Thy  sleepless  eye: 
(iuide  with  Thine  almighty  hand 
.Safe  unto  the  haven-land. 

5  And  at  last,  life's  voyage  o'er, 
Take  us  to  the  heavenly  sh<»re, 
S;ife  in  i)ort,  to  dwell  with  Tliee 
Where  there  shall  be  "no  more  sea." 


314  8.8.8.8.8.8.8.7. 

OMKillTY  God,  Creator,  King, 
Who  rulest  over  sea  and  land. 
And  dost  the  ocean  deei)s  sustain 

Within  the  hollow  of  Thine  hand; 
Oh,  hear  us  as  we  cry  to  Thee 
For  those  who  traverse  land  (»r  sea. 
That  they  may  now  and  ever  be 
Safe  in  Thy  holy  keeping. 

2  And  Thou  Who  cam'st  on  earth  to  breathe 

The  breath  of  peace  o"er  heath  and  hill. 
Didst  walk  upon  the  angry  wave. 

And  bid  the  troubled  sea  "be  still:" 
Oh,  hear  us  as  we  cry  to  Thee 
For  those  who  traverse  land  or  sea, 
That  they  may  now  and  ever  be 
Safe  in  Thy  holy  keeping. 

3  Wherever  danger  threatens,  then, 

O  Holy  Spirit,  be  Tlu»u  there. 
And  lu'eathe  into  each  trembling  heart 

The  will  and  i)t»\ver  of  fervent  prayer; 
That  we  and  all  who  cry  to  Thee, 
With  those  who  traverse  land  or  sea. 
Both  now  and  evermore  may  be, 
O  ever  Blessed  Trinity, 

Safe  iu  Thy  holy  keeping. 


VI.   (SrcnrraL 
315  11.10. 

AXCIEXT  of  days,  Who  sittest,  throned 
in  glory; 
To  Thee  all  knees  are  bent,  all  voices  i>ray : 
Thy  love  has  blessed  the  wide  world's  won- 
drous story. 
With  light  and  life  since  Eden's  dawning 
day. 

2  O  Holy  Father,  Who  hast  led  Thy  children 

In  all  the  ages,  with  the  Fire  and  Chnid. 
Through    seas    dry-shod;     through    weai  \ 

wastes  bewildering: 
To  Thee,  in  reverent  love,  our  hearts  :u . 

bowed. 

3  O  II«»ly  Jesus.  Prince  of  Peace  and  Saviour. 

To  Thee  we  owe  the  peace  that  still  i»ri'- 

vails, 
Stilling  the  rude  wills  of  men's  wildbehavinr. 
And  calming  passion's  lierce  and  stormy 

gales. 


GEXEKAL. 


4  O  llidy  Ghost,  the  Lord  and  the  Life-giver, 

Tliine  is  the  quickening  power  that  gives 
increase : 
From  Thee  have  flowed,  as  from  a  pleasant 
river, 
Our  plenty,  wealth,  prosperity  and  peace. 

5  O  Triune  God,  with  heart  and  voice  adoring, 

Praise  we  the  goodness  that  doth  crown 
our  days; 
Pray  we,  that  Thou  wilt  hear  us,  still  im- 
ploring 

Thy  love  and  favor,  kept  to  us  always. 


316 


<S. 


CiHRIST,  Whose  glory  fills  the  skies, 
I     Christ,  the  true,  the  only  light, 
Sun  of  Righteousness,  arise  I 

Triumph  o'er  the  shades  of  night  I 
Day-spring  from  on  high,  be  near; 
Day-star,  in  my  heart  appear. 

2  Dark  and  cheerless  is  the  morn 

Unaccompanied  by  Thee; 
Joyless  is  the  day's  return, 

Till  Thy  mercy's  beams  I  see; 
Till  Thou  inward  light  impart, 
Glad  my  eyes,  and  warm  my  heart. 

3  Visit  then  this  soul  of  mine  I 

Pierce  the  gloom  of  sin  and  grief! 
Fill  me,  Radiancy  divine! 

Scatter  all  my  unbelief! 
More  and  more  Thyself  display. 
Shining  to  the  perfect  day  I 


317  L.  M. 

LORD  of  all  being;  throned  afar. 
Thy  glory  flames  from  sun  and  star; 
Centre  and  soul  of  every  sphere, 
Yet  to  each  loving  heart  how  near! 

2  Sun  of  our  life.  Thy  quickening  ray 
Sheds  on  our  path  the  glow  of  day; 
Star  of  our  hope,  Thy  softened  light 
Cheers  the  long  watches  of  the  night. 

3  Our  midnight  is  Thy  smile  withdrawn; 
Our  noontide  is  Thy  gracious  dawn; 
Our  rainbow  arch.  Thy  mercy's  sign; 
All,  save  the  clouds  of  sin,  are  Thine! 

99 


4  Lord  of  all  life,  below,  above. 

Whose  light  is  truth.  Whose  warmth  i; 
Before  Thy  ever-blazing  throne 
We  ask  no  lustre  of  our  own. 


love, 


5  Grant  us  Thy  truth  to  make  us  free. 
And  kin<lling  hearts  that  burn  for  Thee, 
Till  all  Thy  living  altars  claim 
One  holy  light,  one  heavenly  flame! 


318  8s 

OH,  who  like  Thee,  so  calm,  so  bright. 
Lord  Jesus  Christ,  Thou  Light  of  Light 
Oh,  who  like  Thee  did  ever  go 
So  patient  through  a  world  of  woe! 
So  meek,  so  lowly,  yet  so  high, 
So  glorious  in  humility. 

2  O  wondrous  Lord,  our  souls  would  be 
Still  more  and  more  conformed  to  Thee; 
Would  lose  the  pride,  the  taint  of  sin. 
That  burns  these  fevered  veins  within; 
And  learn  of  Thee,  the  lowly  One, 
And  like  Thee  all  our  journey  run. 

3  Oh,  grant  us  ever  on  the  road 

To  trace  the  footsteps  of  our  God ; 
That  when  Thou  shalt  appear,  arrayed 
In  light  to  judge  the  quick  and  dead. 
We  may  to  life  immortal  soar. 
Through  Thee,  who  livest  evermore. 


319  L.  M. 

WHERE'ER  have  trod  Thy  sacred  feet, 
Teach  us,  O  Lord,  Thy  steps  to  trace. 
Where  men  in  busy  concourse  meet, 
Or  in  the  lonely  wilderness. 

2  Bid  us  with  Thee  to  Match  and  pray, 

With  Thee  to  die,  with  Thee  to  rise, 

With  Thee  to  bear  our  cross  each  day, 

With  Thee  to  soar  beyond  the  skies. 

3  Where'er  Thou  art  may  we  remain: 

Where'er  Thou  goest  may  we  go: 

With  Thee,  O  Lord,  no  grief  is  pain; 

Away  from  Thee,  all  joy  is  woe. 

4  Oh,  may  we  in  each  holy  tide. 

Each  solemn  season,  clwell  with  Thee! 
Content  if  only  by  Thy  side 

In  life  or  death  we  still  may  be. 


GEXEKAL. 


320 


8.8.8.8.11. 


HOSAXXA  to  the  livini;  Lord! 
Ilosaiina  to  the  iucarnatt-  Word  I 
To  Christ,  Civatur,  ^Saviimr,  Kiu.u, 
Let  earth,  let  heaven,  Hosamia  sin^I 

llosanna,  Lord  I  Ilosauna  in  the  highest  I 

'2  Hosanna,  Lord  I  Thine  angels  cry; 
Hosanua,  Lord  I  Thy  saints  rei>ly; 
Ahiive,  l)eneath  us,  and  around, 
The  dead  and  living  swell  the  sound; 

Hosauna,  Lord!  Hosanua  iu  the  highest  I 

3  O  Saviour,  with  protecting  care, 
Heturn  to  this  Thy  house  of  prayer: 
Assendtled  in  Thy  sacred  Name, 
Where  we  Thy  i>arting  i)roniise  claim: 

Hosanna,  Lord!  Hosanua  in  the  highest! 

4  But,  chiefest,  in  our  cleansed  breast. 
Eternal!  bid  Thy  Spirit  rest; 

And  make  our  secret  soul  to  be 
A  temide  pure,  and  worthy  Thee. 

Hosanna,  Lord!  Hosanna  in  the  highest! 

5  So  iu  the  last  and  dreadful  day. 

When  earth  and  heaven  shall  melt  away. 
Thy  flock,  redeemed  from  sinful  stain, 
Shall  swell  the  sound  of  praise  again. 
Hosanna,  Lord!  Hosanua  iu  the  highest! 


321  P.M. 

THOU  art  coming,  O  my  Saviour! 
Thou  art  coming,  O  my  King! 
Iu  Thy  beauty  all-resplendent. 
In  Thy  glory  all-transcendent; 

Well  may  we  rejoice  and  sing; 
Coming:  in  the  opening  east 

Herald  l)rightness  slowly  swells; 
Coming:  O  Th<»u  glorious  Priest! 
Hear  we  not  Tliy  golden  bells? 

2  Tliou  art  coming.  Thou  art  coming; 

We  shall  meet  Thee  on  Thy  way; 
We  shall  see  Thee,  we  shall  know  Thee, 
We  shall  bless  Thee,  we  shall  show  Tliee 

All  our  hearts  could  nt'ver  say; 
Wliat  an  anthem  that  will  be, 

Music  raptur<msly  sweet, 
roining  out  our  love  t«»  'i'hee 

At  Thine  own  all-gloiious  feet. 

100 


3  Thou  art  c*)ming;  at  Thy  table 

We  are  witnesses  for  this: 
Wiiile  remend)ering  hearts  Thou  meetest 
In  communion  clearest,  sweetest, 

Earnest  of  our  coming  bliss; 
Showing  not  Thy  death  alone. 

And  Thy  love  exceeding  great, 
But  Thy  coming,  and  Thy  tliroue, 

All  for  which  we  loutr  and  wait. 


Thou  art  coming;  we  are  waiting 

With  a  hope  that  cannot  fail; 
Asking  not  the  day  or  hour. 
Resting  on  Thy  word  of  i)ower, 

Anchored  safe  within  the  veil. 
Time  appointed  may  be  long. 

But  the  vision  nuist  be  sure; 
Certainty  shall  make  us  strong, 

Joyful  patience  can  endure. 

Oh,  the  joy  to  see  Thee  reigning, 

Thee,  our  own  beloved  Lord! 
Every  tongue  Thy  Name  confessing 
Worship,  honor,  glory,  blessing 

Brought  to  Thee  with  one  accord 
Thee,  our  Master,  and  our  Friend, 

Vindicated  and  enthroned; 
Unto  earth's  remotest  end 

Gloriried,  adored,  and  owned! 


322  87 

JESUS  came;  the  heavens  adoring: 
Came  with  peace  from  realms  on  high; 
Jesus  came  for  man's  redemption, 

Lowlv  came  on  earth  to  die: 
Alleluia!  Alleluia! 

Came  in  deep  humility. 


Jesus  comes  again  in  mercy, 

When  our  hearts  are  bowed  with  care 
Jesus  couu's  again  in  answer 

To  an  earnest,  lieart-felt  prayer; 
Alleluia!  Alleluia! 

Comes  to  save  us  from  desi)air. 

Jesus  comes  to  hearts  rejoicing. 
Bringing  news  oi  sins  forgiven; 

•Jesus  comes  in  sounds  of  gladness. 
Leading  souls  redeemed  to  heaven; 

Alleluia  !*  Alleluia! 

Now  the  gate  of  death  is  riven. 


GENERAL. 


4  Jesus  comes  in  joy  and  sorrow, 

Shares  alike  our  hopes  and  tears; 
Jesus  fonies,  whate'er  befalls  us, 

(rlads  our  hearts,  and  dries  our  tears: 
Alleluia!  Alleluia  1 

Cheering  e'en  our  failing-  years. 

5  Jesus  comes  on  clouds  triumphant. 

When  the  heavens  shall  pass  away; 
Jesus  comes  again  in  glory; 

Let  us  then  our  homage  pay, 
Alleluia  I  ever  singing. 

Till  the  dawn  of  endless  dav. 


323 


324 

A 


L.  -AL 

LL  i)raise  to  Thee,  eternal  Lord. 

Who  wore  thegarh  of  tlesh  and  blood; 
And  chose  a  manger  ft>r  Thy  throne. 
While  worlds  on  worlds  were  Thine  alone. 


P.  :^L 

THOU  didst  leave  Thy  throne  and  Thy 
kinaly  crown. 
When  Thou  earnest  to  earth  for  me; 
But  in  Bethlehem's  home  was  there  fottnd 
no  room 
For  Thy  holy  Xativity. 

Oh,  come  to  my  heart.  Lord  Jesus  I 
There  is  room  in  my  heart  for  Thee. 

•1  Heaven's  arches  rang  when  the  angels  sang, 
Proclaiming  Thy  royal  degree; 
But  in  lowly  birth  didst  Thou  come  to  earth. 
And  in  great  humility. 

Oh.  come  to  my  heart.  Lord  Jesus  I 
There  is  room  in  my  heart  for  Thee. 

3  The  foxes  found  rest,  and  the  birds  had  their 

nest 
In  the  shade  of  the  forest  tree ; 
But  Thv  couch  was  the  sod,  O  Thou  Son  of 
God, 
In  the  desert  of  Galilee. 

Oh,  come  to  my  heart,  Lord  Jesus  I 
There  is  room  in  my  heart  for  Thee. 

4  Thou  camest.  O  Lord,  with  the  living  word. 

That  should  set  Thy  people  free; 
But  with  mocking  scorn,  and  with  crown  of 
thorn. 
They  bore  Thee  to  Calvary. 

Oh,  come  to  my  heart.  Lord  Jesus  1 
Thy  cross  is  my  only  plea. 

5  When  the  heavens  shall  ring,  and  the  angels 

sing 
At  Thy  coming  to  victory. 
Let  Thy  voice  call  me  home,  saying,  '  Yet 
there  is  room. 
There  is  room  at  My  side  for  Thee.' 

And  my  heart  shall  rejoice.  Lord  Jesus, 
When  Thou  comest  and  callest  for  me. 
101 


2  Once  did  the  skies  before  Thee  b«>w; 
A  virgin's  arms  eontain  Thee  now; 
While  angels  who  in  Thee  rejoice 
Now  listen  for  Thine  infant  voice. 

3  A  little  child.  Thou  art  our  guest. 
That  weary  ones  in  Thee  may  rest: 
Forlorn  and  lowly  is  Thy  birth. 

That  we  may  rise  to  heaven  from  earth. 

4  Thou  comest  in  the  darksome  night, 
To  make  us  children  of  the  light, 
To  make  us,  in  the  realms  divine, 

Like  Thine  own  angels,  round  Thee  shine. 

5  All  this  for  us  Thy  love  hath  done ; 
By  this  to  Thee  our  love  is  won; 
For  this  our  joyful  songs  we  raise. 
For  this  we  sing  Thee  ceaseless  praise. 


325 


8.' 


TO  the  Xame  of  our  Salvation, 
Laud  and  honor  let  us  pay. 
Which  for  many  a  generation 

Hid  in  God's  foreknowledge  lay; 
Bur  with  holy  exultation 
We  may  sing  aloud  to-day. 

2  Jesus  is  the  Xame  we  treasure: 

Xame  beyond  what  words  can  tell; 

Xame  of  gladness,  Xame  of  pleasure, 
Ear  and  heart  delighting  well: 

Xame  of  sweetness,  passing  measure. 
Saving  us  from  sin  and  hell. 

o  *Tis  the  X^ame  for  adoration, 
X'ame  for  songs  of  victory, 

Xame  for  holy  meditation 
In  this  vale  of  misery, 

X'^ame  for  joyful  veneration 
By  the  citizens  on  high. 

4  'Tis  the  Xame  that  whoso  preachetli 
Speaks  like  music  to  the  ear; 

Who  in  prayer  this  X'ame  beseechetli 
Sweetest  comfort  tindeth  near: 

Who  its  perfect  wisdom  reachcth, 
Heavenly  joy  possesseth  here. 


GEXERAL. 


Tljeiefoie  wo  in  love  adoiiuix. 
Til  is  most  blessed  Xanie  revere; 

Holy  Jesus,  Thee  iin}»loring 
So  to  write  it  in  lis  here. 

That  hereafter,  heavenward  soarinu. 
We  may  sing  with  angels  there. 


326  7s. 

10XQUEKIXG  kings  their  titles  take 
From  the  foes  they  captive  make: 
Jesus,  by  a  noblei"  deed. 
From  the  thousands  lie  hath  freed. 


c 


2  Yes:  none  other  X^ame  is  given 
I'nto  mortals  under  heaven, 
Whieh  can  make  the  dead  arise. 
And  exalt  them  to  the  skies. 

3  We  would  gladly  for  that  Name 
Bear  the  cross,  endure  the  shame: 
Joyfully  for  Him  to  die. 

Is  not  death  but  victory. 

4  Jesus,  Who  dost  condescend 

To  be  called  the  sinner's  Friend, 
Hear  us,  as  to  Thee  we  pray, 
GlorviniT  in  Thv  X'ame  to-dav. 


Kings  shall  bow  down  before  Him, 

And  gold  and  incense  bring: 
All  nations  shall  adore  Him. 

His  jtraise  all  jteople  sing: 
To  Him  sjiall  prayer  unceasing 

And  daily  vows  ascend; 
His  kingdom  still  increasing, 

A  kingdom  without  end. 

O'er  every  foe  victori«)us. 

He  on  ilis  throne  shall  rest; 
From  age  to  age  more  glorious, 

All-blessing  and  all-blest: 
Tiie  tide  of  time  shall  never 

His  covenant  reiiK^ve; 
His  Xame  shall  stand  forever. 

His  changeless  Xame  of  Love. 


328 


C.  M. 


327 


J 


OY  to  the  world!  the  Lord  is  come: 
Let  earth  receive  her  King: 
Let  every  heart  i>repare  Him  room, 
And  heaven  and  nature  si  no-. 


HAIL  to  the  Lord's  Anointed, 
Great  David's  greater  Son! 
Hail,  in  the  time  a])pointed, 
His  reign  on  earth  begun! 
He  comes  to  break  opi)ression. 

To  set  the  captive  free: 
To  take  away  transgression, 
And  rule  in  eciuity. 

2  He  comes  with  succor  speedy 

To  those  who  suffer  wrong, 
To  help  the  i)oor  and  needy. 

And  l)id  the  weak  be  strong; 
To  give  them  songs  for  sighing, 

Their  darkness  turn  to  light, 
Wliose  souls,  condennuMl  and  dying, 

\Vere  precious  in  His  sight. 

3  He  shall  come  down  like  showers 

Upon  the  fruitful  earth, 
And  love,  joy,  ho])e,  like  flowers, 

Si)ring  in  Ilis  i)ath  to  Itiith: 
Before  Him  on  the  mouniains 

Shall  peace,  the  herald,  go; 
And  i-ighteousness  in  founlains 

From  liill  to  valley  Ihtw. 
102 


Joy  to  the  world!  the  Saviour  reigns: 

Let  men  their  songs  employ; 
While    fields   and    floods,   rocks,   hills,  and 
l)lains, 

Repeat  the  sounding  joy. 

Xo  more  let  sins  and  sorrows  grow, 

X"or  thorns  infest  the  ground; 
He  comes  to  make  His  blessings  flow 

Far  as  the  curse  is  found. 

i  4  He  rules"  the  world  with  truth  and  grace- 
And  makes  tlu'  nations  in-ove 
The  glories  of  His  righteousness. 
And  wonders  of  His  love. 


329 


8.7 


LIGHT  of  those  whose  dreary  dwelliiu 
BohUms  on  the  shades  oi  death, 
Jesu,  now  Thyself  revealing, 
Scatter  every  cloud  beneath. 

'  2  Still  we  wait  for  Thine  api)earing; 
Life  and  joy  Thy  beams  imi)art, 
Chasing  all  our  doubts,  and  cheering 
Every  meek  and  contrite  heart. 

;)  Show  Thy  power  in  every  nation, 
()  Thou  jirince  of  peace  and  love! 
(iive  the  knowledge  of  salvation, 
Fix  our  hearts  on  things  above. 


GENERAL. 


4  By  Thine  all-sufficient  merit, 

4  Holy  and  bk-ssi-d  Three, 
Glorious  Trinity, 

Every  burdened  soul  release: 

Wisdom,  Love,  Might; 

By  the  presence  of  Thy  iSpirit, 
Guide  us  into  perfect  peace. 

Boundless  as  ocean's  tide, 
Rolling  in  fullest  i)ride. 
Through  the  world,  far  and  wide, 

330                                    CM. 

Let  there  be  light! 

/  \  VERY  God  of  very  God, 
yj      And  very  Lifjht  of  Li^ht, 

Whose  feet  this  earth's  dark  valley  trod, 

332                                                 6.0.4.6.6.6.4. 

That  so  it  might  be  bright; 

T  ORD  of  all  power  and  might, 
1  i     Father  of  love  and  light. 

2  Our  hopes  are  weak,  our  fears  are  strong, 

Thick  darkness  blinds  our  eyes; 

Speed  on  Thy  word ! 

'  old  is  the  night;  Thy  people  long 

Oh,  let  the  Gospel  sound 

That  Thou,  their  Sun,  wouldst  rise  I 

All  the  wide  world  around. 
Wherever  man  is  found! 

3  And  even  now,  though  dull  and  grey. 

God  speed  His  word! 

The  east  is  brightening  fast. 

And  kindling  to  the  perfect  day. 

2  Hail,  blessed  Jubilee! 

That  never  shall  be  past. 

Thine,  Lord,  the  glory  be; 

4  Oh,  guide  us  till  our  path  is  done. 

And  we  have  reached  the  shore 

Where  Thou,  our  everlasting  Sun, 

Alleluia ! 
Thine  was  the  mighty  plan; 
From  Thee  the  work  began; 
Awav  with  praise  of  man! 

Glory  to  God ! 

Art  shining  evermore  I 

5  "We  wait  in  faith,  and  turn  our  face 

To  where  the  daylight  springs, 

3  Lo,  what  embattled  foes, 

Till  Thou  shalt  come  our  gloom  to  chase, 

Stern  in  their  hate,  oppose          ^ 

With  healing  in  Thy  wings. 

God's  holy  word! 
One  for  His  truth  we  stand. 

331                                          6.6.4.6.6.6.4. 

Strong  in  His  own  right  hand, 
Firm  as  a  martyr-band : 

r  1  mOU,  Whose  almighty  word 
A.     Chaos  and  darkness  heard, 

God  shield  His  word ! 

And  took  their  flight: 

4  Onward  shall  be  our  course. 

Hear  us,  we  humbly  pray, 
And,  where  the  Gospel  day 

Despite  of  fraud  or  force; 
God  is  before. 

Sheds  not  its  glorious  ray. 

His  words  ere  long  shall  run 

Let  there  be  light ! 

Free  as  the  noon-day  sun: 

2  Thou  Who  didst  come  to  bring 
On  Thy  redeeming  wing 

His  purpose  must  be  done: 

God  bless  His  word  I 

Healing  and  sight, 

Health  to  the  sick  in  mind, 

Sight  to  the  inly-blind, 

333 

6s 

Oh,  now,  to  all  mankind, 
Let  there  be  light! 

r  1  mv  kingdom  come,  0  God ! 
A.      Thy  rule,  0  Christ,  begin! 

3  Spirit  of  truth  and  love, 

Break  with  Thine  iron  rod 
The  tyrannies  of  sin! 

Life-giving,  holy  Dove, 

Speed  forth  Thy  flight  I 

Move  on  the  waters'  face, 

2  Where  is  Thy  reign  of  peace, 

Bearing  the  lamp  of  grace. 

And  i)urity,  and  love  ? 

And,  in  earth's  darkest  place 

When  shall  all  hatred  cease. 

Let  there  be  light! 

As  in  the  realms  above  ? 

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GENERAL. 


3  "When  comes  the  i>iomise(l  time 

That  Avar  shall  be  m)  more, 
Opi)ression,  lust,  and  crime 
IShall  riee  Thy  face  before  ? 

4  We  pray  Thee,  Lord,  arise. 

And  come  in  Thy  great  might 
Ilovive  our  longing"  eyes, 

Which  languish  for  Tliy  sight. 

5  O'er  heathen  lands  afar 

Thick  darkness  broodeth  yet: 
Arise,  O  morning  Star, 
Arise,  and  never  set. 


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6.6.6.6.8.8. 


BLOW  ye  the  trumpet,  blow ! 
The  gladly  solemn  sound; 
Let  all  the  nations  know, 
To  earth's  remotest  bound. 
The  year  of  Jubilee  is  come; 
Return,  ye  ransomed  sinners,  home  I 

Jesus,  our  great  High-Priest, 
Hath  full  atonement  made; 
Ye  weary  spirits,  rest! 
^'e  mournful  souls,  be  glad ! 
The  year  of  Jubilee  is  come; 
Return,  ye  ransomed  sinners,  home! 

Extol  the  Lamb  of  God ! 
The  all- atoning  Lamb; 
Redemption  by  His  blood 

Through  all  the  world  proclaim! 
The  year  of  Jubilee  is  come; 
Return,  ye  ransomed  sinners,  home ! 


Let  the  people  praise  Thee,  Lord: 

Earth  shall  then  her  fruits  afford; 

God  to  man  His  blessing  give, 

Man  to  God  devoted  live; 

All  below,  and  all  above. 

One  in  joy,  and  light,  and  love. 


336 


S.  M. 


IT^AR  from  my  heavenly  home. 
Far  from  my  Father's  breast. 
Fainting  I  cry,  blest  Spirit,  come. 
And  speed  me  to  my  rest. 

2  My  spirit  homeward  turns. 

And  fain  would  thither  flee; 
]SIy  heart,  O  Sion,  droops  and  yearns, 
When  I  remember  thee. 

3  To  thee,  to  thee  I  press, 

A  dark  and  toilsome  road; 
When  shall  I  pass  the  wilderness. 
And  reach  the  saints'  abode  ? 

4  God  of  my  life,  be  near : 

On  Thee  my  hopes  I  cast: 
Oh,  guide  me  through  the  desert  here. 
And  bring  me  home  at  last! 


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C^  OD  of  mercy,  God  of  grace, 
X     Show  the  brightness  of  Thy  face; 
Shine  upon  us,  Savioui",  shine. 
Fill  Thy  Church  with  light  divine; 
And  Thy  saving  health  extend 
Unto  eartlfs  remotest  end. 

Let  the  peoi)le  i)raise  Thee,  Lord; 
lie  by  all  that  live  achued; 
Let  the  nations  shout  and  sing 
(ilory  to  tluur  Saviour  King; 
At  Thy  feet  their  tril)ute  pay, 
And  Thy  holy  will  obey. 
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<s. 


337 

JESUS,  lover  of  my  soul. 
Let  me  to  Thy  bosom  fly, 
While  the  nearer  waters  roll. 

While  the  tempest  still  is  high: 
Hide  me,  O  my  Saviour,  hide, 

Till  the  storm  of  life  be  past; 
Safe  into  the  haven  guide, 
Oh,  receive  my  soul  at  last! 

2  Other  refuge  have  I  none. 

Hangs  my  helpless  soul  on  Thee; 
Leave,  ah!  leave  me  not  alone, 

Still  supi)ort  and  comfort  nu': 
All  my  trust  on  Thee  is  stayed; 

All  my  help  from  Thee  I  bring; 
Cover  my  defenceless  head 

With  the  shadow  of  Thy  wing. 

3  Plenteous  grace  with  Thee  is  found, 

(irace  to  cleanse  from  every  sin; 
Let  the  healing  streams  abound. 

Make  and  keej)  me  ]nire  within: 
Thou  of  life  the  fountain  art. 

Freely  let  me  take  of  Thee: 
Spring  Tiiou  up  within  my  heart, 

Rise  to  all  eternity. 


IS. 


GE.VElt.VI. 


338 


<S. 


T>OCK  of  ages,  cleft  for  me, 

Xi     Let  me  bide  myself  in  Thee; 

Let  the  water  and  the  blood, 

From  Thy  side,  a  healing-  flood, 

Be  of  sin  the  double  cure, 

Save  from  wrath,  and  make  me  pure. 

Should  my  tears  forever  flow, 
Should  my  zeal  no  languor  know. 
All  for  sin  could  not  atone, 
Thou  must  save,  and  Thou  alone; 
In  my  hand  no  price  I  bring. 
Simply  to  Thy  cross  I  cling. 

"While  I  draw  this  fleeting  breath, 
When  mine  eyelids  close  in  death. 
When  I  rise  to  worlds  unknown, 
And  behold  Thee  on  Thy  throne, 
Rock  of  ages,  cleft  for  me. 
Let  me  hide  myself  in  Thee. 


339 


C.  M. 


OH,  help  us.  Lord;  each  hour  of  need 
Thy  heavenly  succor  give: 
Help  us  in  thought,  and  word,  and  deed. 
Each  hour  on  earth  we  live! 

2  Oh,  help  us  when  our  spirits  cry 

With  contrite  anguish  sore; 
And  when  our  hearts  are  cold  and  dry. 
Oh,  help  us.  Lord,  the  more! 

3  Oh,  help  us  through  the  prayer  of  faith 

More  flrmly  to  believe! 
For  still  the  more  the  servant  hath, 
The  more  shall  he  receive. 

4  Oh,  help  us.  Saviour,  from  on  high : 

We  have  no  help  but  Thee. 
Oh,  help  us  so  to  live  and  die 
As  Thine  in  heaven  to  be! 

340  L.M. 

OTHOU  to  Whose  all-searching  sight 
The  darkness  shineth  as  the  light. 
Search,  prove  my  heart;  it  pants  for  Thee; 
Oh,  burst  these  bonds,  and  set  it  free ! 

2  Wash  out  its  stains,  refine  its  dross, 
Nail  my  affections  to  the  cross; 
Hallow^  each  thought;  let  all  within 
Be  clean,  as  Thou,  my  Lord,  art  clean. 
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If  in  this  darksome  wild  I  stray, 

Be  Thou  my  light,  be  Thou  my  way; 

No  foes,  no  violence  I  fear, 

No  harm,  while  Thou,  my  God,  art  near 


4  When  rising  floods  my  soul  o'erflow, 
When  sinks  my  heart  in  waves  of  woe, 
Jesus,  Tliy  timely  aid  impait, 

And  raise  my  head,  and  clieer  my  heart. 

5  Saviour,  where'er  Thy  steps  I  see. 
Dauntless,  uutired,  I  follow  Thee: 
Oh,  let  Thy  hand  support  me  still. 
And  lead  me  to  Thy  holy  hill! 


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6.5. 


IN  the  hour  of  trial, 
Jesu,  plead  for  me; 
Lest  by  base  denial 

I  depart  from  Thee ; 
When  Thou  see'st  me  waver, 

With  a  look  recall, 
Nor  for  fear  or  favor 
Suffer  me  to  fall. 

With  forbidden  pleasures 

Would  this  vain  world  charm 
Or  its  sordid  treasures 

Spread  to  work  me  harm ; 
Bring  to  my  remembrance 

Sad  Gethsemane, 
Or,  in  darker  semblance, 

Cross-crowned  Calvary. 

Should  Thy  mercy  send  me 

Sorrow,  toil,  and  woe; 
Or  should  pain  attend  me 

On  my  path  below; 
Grant  that  I  may  never 

Fail  Thy  hand  to  see; 
Grant  that  I  may  ever 

Cast  my  care  on  Thee. 

When  my  last  hour  cometh. 

Fraught  with  strife  and  pain, 
When  my  dust  returneth 

To  the  dust  again; 
On  Thy  truth  relying. 

Through  that  n\ortal  strife, 
Jesu,  take  me,  dying. 

To  eternal  life. 


GENERAL. 


342  SS.S.4. 

ESUS.  my  Saviour!  look  on  rae, 
For  I  am  weary  and  opprest : 
I  come  TO  cast  myself  on  Thee: 
Thou  art  mv  Rest. 


J 


2  Look  down  on  me.  for  I  am  weak : 
I  feel  the  toils*;»me  journey's  length; 
Thine  aid  omnipotent  I  seek: 
Thou  art.  my  Strength. 


o  I  am  bewildered  on  my  way. 

Dark  and  tempestuous  is  the  night : 
Oh.  send  Thou  forth  some  cheering  ray  1 
Thou  art  my  Light, 

4  When  Satan  flings  his  fiery  darts, 

I  k<«k  to  Thee:  my  tem;»rs  cease; 
Thy  cross  a  hiding-place  imparts : 
Thou  art  my  Peace. 

5  Standing  alone  on  Jordan's  brink. 

In  that  tremendous,  latest  strife. 
Thou  wilt  not  suffer  me  to  sink: 
Thou  art  my  Life. 

6  Thou  wilt  my  every  want  supply. 

E'en  to  the  end.  Vhate'er  l»efall; 
Through  life,  in  death  eternally, 
Thou  art  mv  AIL 


5  If  I  still  hold  closely  to  Him, 

What  hath  He  at  last  ? 
**  Sorrow  vamiuished.  labor  ended, 
Jordan  past," 

6  If  I  ask  Him  to  receive  me. 

Will  He  say  me  nay  ? 

••Xot  till  eartli,  and  not  till  heaven 
Pass  away." 

7  Finding,  following,  keeping,  struggling. 

Is  He  sure  to  bless  ? 
Saints,  apostles,  prophets,  martyrs, 
Answer,  **Yes." 


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6s. 


343 


P.M. 


i  RT  thou  weary,  art  thou  languid, 
^JTL     Art  thou  sore  distrest  ? 
Come  to  Me.  "  saith  One.  -and  coming. 
Be  at  rest.  " 


2  Hath  He  m--' 

If  He  W 
-In  His  feet 


id  me  to  Him, 

-  are  wound-prints. 


IHL'XGER  and  I  thirst; 
Jesu.  my  Manna  be: 
Ye  living  waters,  burst 
Out  of  the  ro*:k  for  me. 

2  Thou  bruised  and  broken  Bread, 
My  life-long  wants  supply : 
As  living  souls  are  fed. 
Oh,  feed  me,  or  I  die ! 

Z  Thou  true  life-giving  Vine. 

Let  me  Thy  sweetness  prove ; 
Renew  my  life  with  Thine. 
Refresh  my  soul  with  love. 

4  Rough  paths  my  feet  have  trod. 

Since  first  their  course  l>egan; 
Feed  me.  Thou  Bread  of  G«^Ki ; 
Help  me.  Thou  Son  of  Man. 

5  For  still  the  desert  lies 

My  thirsting  soul  before; 
Oh.  li\ing  waters,  rise 
Within  me  evermore  I 


And  His  side." 


3  Is  there  diadem,  as  monarch. 

Thai  His  brow  adorns  ? 

"  Yea,  a  crown,  in  very  surety. 

But  of  thorns.  ' 

4  If  I  find  Him.  if  I  follow, 

^^lal  His  guerdon  here  ? 
••  Manv  a  S4»m»w.  manv  a  labor, 
Man 

10 


345 


P.M. 


REARER,  my  God,  to  Thee, 
^\      Nearer  to  Thee, 
Een  though  it  be  a  cross. 

That  raiseth  me: 
Still  all  my  song  shall  be. 
Nearer,  my  G<:>d.  to  Tliee, 

Nt-iiier  to  Thee. 


GEVERAI_ 


-  Tl 


W^. 


4  Wlr: 


There  let  my  way  app*ear 

^tepe  nnto  heaven: 
AHihatThoa 


B 

Fc__ 

Oh, 

A 


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snven; 
Ai-^tL-  :       -  kjnine 
Xt.:-:.  h  7  '--1- to  Thee, 
Xtarer  i*>  Tbee. 

Tben  with  my  vakmo:  thoi^^ts 
Blight  irixh  Thy  prat&e. 

Oat  of  my  stcmT  giiefs 
Altars  rn  nuse; 

S>  c«y  my  Trf>es  to  be 
Vearer.  mv  <>.>d,  to  Thee, 
Xearer  i<o  Thee. 


LOBD.  as  to  Thy  dear  ernes  me  flee. 
And  plead  fo  be  faigi*eii, 
S*  ]et  Thy  USe  oar  pattern  be, 

Ar  '  ^    —    -mi 


-^  good  report  and  i 
y  crL«B  to  bear; 
T'-  -^-^  trar  JPSazher's  "ktIL 
.^ief  to  share. 


-=  dwell 


346 


«3r  if  on  joyfnl  wing. 

Cleaving  the  sky." 

4  li; 

Sniu  moon,  and  stars  forgot, 

A 

Upward  I  fly. 

Wc 

Still  all  HIT  s-:«ng  shall  be 

"I. 

Xearer.  my  G<«d,  lo  Thee, 

Xearer  to  Thee. 

5  KeTT 
F 
Oh. 

6.^4.6.0.6.4. 

■>life. 


MY  faith  looks  up  to  Thee, 
Thoa  Lamb  of  Calvary, 
^aTio^r  divine ! 
Xow  hear  me  while  I  pray: 
Take  ail  my  goilt  away; 
Oh.  let  me  from  this  day- 
Be  wb<Ay  Tliine! 

2  May  Thy  rich  graeeimpan 

^Tr■r!l^":l:  '.     r:.  v  lainring  heart. 

As  TiiMU  iiasi  died  for  me^ 
Ott,  may  my  love  to  Thee 
Puie,  warm,  and  changele^-  >-^ 
A  living  liie, 

3  WhUe  life's  dark  maze  I  ire^d. 
And  griefs  around  me  spread. 

Be  Thou  my  guide: 
Bid  darkness  turn  to  day: 
W'l^  >i»rrow"s  tears  away: 
N   r  It:  me  ever  stray 

Tr.  m  Thee  aside! 


348 


Or\±L  I_  sjf^hiTig  TO  be  Dlesi : 
»^     Bound.,  and  loo^ru^  to  be  free; 
Weary,  waiti^  far  nay  i«si; 
God  be  OKraifal  to  me. 

G<kodness  I  have  none  to  idead. 

Sinfulness  in  all  I  see. 
I  can  only  biiaf  nay  need; 

Oyod  be  mere  ifiLl  to  me. 


o  Biobot  heart  and  downcast  eyes 
Dare  not  Ufc  themselves  loThee: 
Tet  Thoa  canst  interpivt;  s^:hs: 
God  be  naercifial  to  nw. 

4  rr(>m  this  sinful  heart  of  aune 
To  Thjbosom  I  ^ronld  flee: 
I  am  Bc>t  aay  own  bnt  Thine: 
God  be  nkctciful  to  me. 


GEXEKAL. 


5  There  is  One  beside  the  tlirone 
Ami  my  c>uly  h(»i»e  and  i)lea 
Are  iu  Him,  and  Him  ah>ue: 
God  be  merciful  to  me. 

G  He  mv  cause  will  undertake, 
My  Interpreter  will  be; 
He's  my  all;  and  for  His  sake 
God  be  merciful  to  me. 


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3  Out  of  the  deej)  of  fear, 

And  dread  of  comiuji;  shame, 
From  morning  watch  till  night  is  near 
I  plead  the  precious  Name. 

4  Lord,  there  is  mercy  now. 

As  ever  was,  with  Thee; 
Before  Thy  throne  of  grace  I  bow; 
Be  merciful  to  me. 


<s. 


^TTHEX  our  heads  arc  bowed  with  W(.)e. 

>  V       When  our  bitter  tears  o'erliow, 
When  we  mourn  the  lost,  the  dear, 
Jesu,  Sou  of  Mary,  hear! 

2  Thou  our  throbbing  flesh  hast  worn. 
Thou  our  mortal  griefs  hast  borne. 
Thou  hast  shed  the  human  tear; 
Jesu,  tSon  of  Mary,  hear ! 

3  When  the  solemn  death-bell  tolls 
For  cuir  own  departing  souls, 
When  our  final  doom  is  near, 
Jesu,  Son  of  Mary,  hear! 

4  Thou  hast  bowed  the  dying  head. 
Thou  the  blood  of  life  hast  shed. 
Thou  hast  filled  a  mortal  bier; 
Jesu,  Son  of  Mary,  hear! 

5  When  the  heart  is  sad  within 
With  the  thought  of  all  its  sin, 
Wlien  the  sjurit  shrinks  with  feai-, 
Jesu,  Son  of  Mary,  hear! 

0  Thou  the  shame,  the  grief,  hast  known. 
Though  the  sins  were  not  Thine  own; 
'IMiou  hast  deigned  tlieir  load  to  bear; 
Jesu,  Son  of  Mary,  hear! 


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8.7.8.7.4. 


350 


s.  u. 


OUT  of  the  deep  I  call 
To  Thee,  O  Lord,  to  Thee; 
Before  Thy  throne  of  grace  1  fall; 
Be  merciful  to  me. 

2  C)ut  of  the  d('('i»  I  (  ry. 
The  woful  <hM'i>  of  sin, 
f)f  evil  d<»ne  in  days  gone  by, 
Of  evil  now  witliiu. 
108 


JESUS,  Lord  of  life  and  glory. 
Bend  from  heaven  Thy  graci(»us  en 
While  our  waiting  souls  adore  Thee, 
Friend  of  heli)less  sinners,  hear: 

By  Thy  mercy. 
Oh,  deliver  us,  good  Lord. 

From  the  depths  of  nature's  blindness, 
From  the  hardening  i)owcr  of  sin. 

From  all  malice  and  unkindness. 
From  the  i)ride  that  lurks  within. 

By  Thy  mercy. 
Oh,  deliver  us,  good  Lord. 

When  temptation  sorely  presses, 
In  the  day  of  Satan's  power, 

In  our  times  of  deep  distresses, 
In  each  dark  and  trying  hour. 

By  Thy  mercy. 
Oh,  deliver  us,  good  Lord. 

When  the  world  around  is  smiling. 
In  the  time  of  wealth  and  t'asi'. 

Earthly  joys  our  hearts  beguiling. 
In  the  day  of  health  and  peace. 

By  Tiiy  mercy, 
Oh,  deliver  us,  good  Lord, 

In  the  weary  hours  of  sickness. 
In  the  times  of  grief  and  i)ain, 

AVhen  we  feel  our  mortal  weakness. 
When  all  human  help  is  vain, 

By  Thy  mercy. 
Oh,  deliver  us,  good  Lord. 

In  the  solemn  hour  of  dying. 
In  the  awful  judgment  day, 

May  our  souls,  on  Thee  relying. 
Find  Thee  still  our  l)oi)e  and  stay: 

By  Thy  mercy. 
Oh,  deliver  us,  good  Lord. 


GEXEKAL. 


352 


S.  M. 


HAVE  mercy,  Lord,  on  nie, 
As  Thou  Avert  ever  kind; 
Let  me,  oppressed  with  loads  of  guilt, 
Thy  wonted  mercy  find. 

2  Wash  off  my  foul  offence, 

And  cleanse  me  from  my  sin; 

For  I  confess  my  crime,  and  see 

How  great  my  guilt  has  been. 

3  Against  Thee,  Lord,  alone, 

And  only  in  Thy  sight. 
Have    I    transgressed;    and,    though    con- 
demned. 
Must  own  Thy  judgment  right. 


4  Blot  out  my  crying  sins, 
Xor  me  in  anger  view: 
Create  in  me  a  heart  that' 
An  upright  mind  renew, 


clean, 


L.  M. 


5  Withdraw  not  Thou  Thy  help, 
Xor  cast  me  from  Thy  sight; 
Xor  let  Thy  Holy  Spirit  take 
His  everlasting  flight. 

C  The  joy  Thy  favor  gives 
Let  me,  O  Lord,  regain; 
And  Thy  free  Spirit's  firm  support 
My  fainting  soul  sustain. 

353 

MY  God,  permit  me  not  to  be 
A  stranger  to  myself  and  Thee: 
Amidst  a  thousand  thoughts  I  rove, 
Forgetful  of  my  highest  love. 


2  Why  should  my  passions  mix  with  earth, 
And  thus  debase  my  heavenly  birth  ? 
Why  should  I  cleave  to  things  below, 
And  all  my  purest  joys  forego '? 

3  Call  me  away  from  flesh  and  sense ; 
Thy  grace,  6  Lord,  can  draw  me  thence: 
I  would  obey  the  voice  divine, 

And  all  inferior  joys  resign. 

354  CM. 

LORD,  when  we  bend  before  Thy  throne, 
And  our  confessions  pour. 
Teach  us  to  feel  the  sins  we  own. 
And  hate  what  we  deplore. 
109 


2  Our  broken  si)irits,  i»itying,  see; 

True  i)enitence  impart; 
And  let  a  kindling  glance  from  Thee 
Beam  hope  upon  the  heart. 

3  When  we  disclose  our  wants  in  i)rayer, 

May  we  our  wills  resign: 
And  not  a  thought  our  bosom  share 
Which  is  not  wholly  Thine. 

4  Let  faith  each  weak  petition  fill. 

And  waft  it  to  the  skies. 
And  teach  our  hearts  'tis  goodness  still 
That  grants  it,  or  denies. 


355  7s. 

AVI0I:R,  Whom  I  fain  would  love, 


s- 


yO     Jesus,  crucified  for  me. 
Fix  my  roving  heart  above, 
Draw  me  nearer  unto  Thee. 
Thee  to  praise  and  Thee  to  know 
Make  the  joy  of  saints  below: 
Thee  to  see  and  Thee  to  love 
Make  the  bliss  of  saints  above. 

Lord,  it  is  not  life  to  live. 
If  Thy  presence  Thou  deny: 
Lord,  if  Thou  Thy  presence  give, 
'Tis  no  longer  deatli  to  die. 
Source  and  Giver  of  repose, 
Only  from  Thy  love  it  flows; 
Peace  and  happiness  are  Thine, 
Mine  they  are,  if  Thou  art  mine. 


356 


7s. 


HEAL  me,  O  my  Saviour,  heal: 
Heal  me  as  I  suppliant  kneel; 
Heal  me,  and  my  i)ardon  seal. 

2  Fresh  the  wounds  that  sin  hath  made; 
Hear  the  prayers  I  oft  have  prayed, 
And  in  mercy  send  me  aid. 

3  Helpless,  none  can  help  me  now : 
Cheerless,  none  can  cheer  but  Thou; 
Suppliant,  Lord,  to  Thee  I  bow. 

4  Thou  the  true  Physician  art : 
Thou,  O  Christ,  canst  health  impart. 
Binding  up  the  bleeding  heart. 


GENEKAL. 


5  Other  comfort i-rs  are  y;one; 
Thou  canst  heal,  and  Thou  alone, 
Thou  for  all  my  sin  atone. 

6  Heal  me,  then,  my  Saviour,  heal; 
Heal  me,  as  I  suppliant  kneel; 
To  Thy  mercy  1  appeal. 

357  7.6. 

OJESU,  Thou  art  standing 
Outside  the  fast-closed  door, 
In  lowly  patience  waiting- 

To  pass  the  threshold  o"er: 

Shame  on  us,  Christian  brothers, 

His  Name  and  sijjjn  ^vlu>  bear: 

Oil,  shame,  thrice  shame  ui)on  us, 

To  keep  Him  staudin<>  there! 

2  O  Jesu,  Thou  art  knocking;-: 

And  lo!  that  hand  is  scarred. 
And  thorns  Thy  brow  encircle, 

And  tears  Thy  face  have  marred: 
O  love  that  i)asseth  knowledge, 

So  i)atiently  to  wait! 
O  sin  that  hath  no  eciual. 

So  fast  to  bar  the  gate ! 

3  O  Jcsu,  Thou  art  pleading 

In  accents  meek  and  low, 
"  I  died  for  you.  My  children. 

And  will  ye  treat  Me  so?'' 
O  Lord,  with  shame  and  sorrow 

We  open  now  the  door: 
Dear  Saviour,  enter,  enter. 

And  leave  us  nevermore. 

358  87 

JESrs,  I  my  cross  have  taken. 
All  to  leave  and  follow  Thee; 
Destitute,  despised,  forsaken, 

Thou  from  hence  my  all  shaltbe: 
Peiish  every  fond  and)ition. 

All  Eve  sought,  (»r  hoi)ed,  or  known; 
Yet  how  rich  is  my  conditictn! 
(rod  and  heaven  are  still  my  own. 

2  Man  may  trouble  and  distress  me. 

Twill  but  (lriv(!  me  to  Thy  breast; 
Life  with  trials  hard  may  press  me. 

Heaven  will  bring  me  sweeter  rest. 
()]\.  'tis  n(»t  in  grief  to  harm  me, 

While  Thy  love  is  left  to  me: 
Oil,  "twere  not  in  joy  to  charm  me. 
Were  that  joy  unmixed  with  Thee. 
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3  Take,  my  soul,  thy  full  salvation; 

Kise  o'er  sin,  and  fear,  and  care; 
Joy  to  tind  in  every  station 

Something  still  to  do  or  bear: 
Think  what  Spirit  dwells  within  thee; 

What  a  Eather's  smile  is  thine; 
"What  a  Saviour  died  to  win  thee; 

Child  of  heaven,  shouldst  thou  repine  ? 

4  Haste  then  on  from  grace  to  glory. 

Armed  by  faith,  and  winged  by  prayer, 
Heaven's  eternal  day's  before  thee, 

God's  own  hand  shall  guide  thee  there. 
Soon  shall  close  thy  earthly  mission. 

Swift  shall  pass  thy  i)ilgrim  days; 
Hope  soon  change  to  ghul  fruition, 

Eaith  to  sight,  and  prayer  to  praise. 


359 


IX  the  cross  of  Christ  I  glory. 
Towering  o'er  the  wrecks  of  time; 
All  the  light'of  sacred  story 

Gathers  round  its  heatl  sublime. 

2  AVhen  the  woes  of  life  o'ertake  me, 

Hopes  deceive,  and  fears  annoy, 
Xever  shall  the  cross  forsake  me : 
Lo!  it  glows  with  peace  and  joy. 

3  "When  the  sun  of  bliss  is  beaming 

Light  and  love  upon  my  way. 
From  the  cross  the  radiance  streaming 
Adds  new  lustre  to  the  day. 

4  Bane  and  blessing,  i)ain  and  pleasure, 

By  the  cross  are  sanctified; 
Peace  is  there  that  knows  no  measure, 
Joys  that  through  all  time  abide. 

5  In  the  cross  of  Christ  I  glory. 

Towering  o'er  the  wrecks  of  time; 
All  the  light  of  sacred  story 

Ciathers  round  its  head  sid)lime. 


360 


CM. 


ly, 


ri^IIF.KE  is  a  green  hill  far  aw: 
L      Witluuit  a  city  wall. 
Where  the  dear  Lord  was  crucilied 
Who  died  to  save  us  all. 


GEXEILVL. 


2  "Wo  may  not  know,  we  cannot  toll, 

What  i)ains  lie  had  to  boar, 
But  we  believe  it  was  for  us 
He  hung  and  suffered  there. 

3  He  died  that  we  might  be  forgiven, 

He  died  to  make  us  good, 
•   That  we  might  go  at  last  to  heaven, 
tSaved  by  His  precious  blood. 

4  There  was  no  other  good  enough 

To  pay  the  price  of  sin. 
He  only  could  unlock  the  gate 
Of  heaven,  and  let  us  in. 

5  Oh,  dearly,  dearly  has  He  loved, 

And  we  must  love  Him  too, 
And  trust  in  His  redeeming  blood, 
And  trv  His  works  to  do. 


382 


361 


OJESU  I  Lord  most  merciful, 
Low  at  Thy  cross  I  lie; 

0  sinner's  friend,  most  pitiful, 
Hear  my  bewailing  cry. 

1  come  to  Thee  with  mourning, 
I  come  to  Thee  in  woe; 

With  contrite  heart  returning. 
And  tears  that  overflow. 

2  O  gracious  Intercessor! 

0  Priest  within  the  veil! 
Plead,  for  a  lost  transgressor, 

The  blood  that  cannot  fail. 
I  spread  my  sins  before  Thee, 

1  tell  them  one  by  one; 

Oh,  for  Thy  Xame's  great  glory. 
Forgive  all  I  have  done ! 

3  Oh,  by  Thy  cross  and  passion, 

Thy  tears  and  agony, 
And  crown  of  cruel  fashion, 

And  death  on  Calvary; 
By  all  that  untold  suffering 

Endured  by  Thee  alone; 
O  Priest!  O  spotless  Offering! 

Plead,  for  Thou  didst  atone ! 

4  And  in  this  heart  noM"  broken 

Be-enter  Thou  and  reign; 
And  say,  by  that  dear  token, 

I  am  absolved  again; 
And  build  me  up,  and  guide  me. 

And  guard  me  day  by  day; 
And  in  Thy  presence  hide  me, 

And  keep  my  soul  alway. 
Ill 


7.6. 


8.7.8.7.7.  i .  ( 

/  UIBIST,  the  Life  of  all  the  living, 
\J     Christ,  the  Death  of  death  our  foe. 
Who,  Thyself  for  us  once  giving 

To  the  darkened  <loi»ths  of  woe, 
Patiently  didst  yield  Thy  breath, 
Man  to  save  from  sin  and  death; 
Thousand,  thousand  thanks  shall  be, 
Blessed  Jesus,  brought  to  Thee. 

Thou,  ah.  Thou  hast  taken  on  Thee 

Bitter  strokes,  a  cruel  rod ; 
Pain  and  scorn  were  heai)ed  upon  Thee, 

0  Thou  sinless  Son  of  God ; 
Only  thus  for  us  to  win 
Kescue  from  the  bonds  of  sin; 
Thousand,  thousand  thanks  shall  be. 
Blessed  Jesus,  brought  to  Thee. 

Thou  didst  bear  the  smiting,  only 

That  it  might  not  fall  on  me; 
Stoodest  falsely  charged  and  lonely. 

That  I  might  be  safe  and  free ; 
Comfortless,  that  I  might  know 
Comfort  from  Thy  boundless  woe; 
Thousand,  thousand  thanks  shall  be. 
Blessed  Jesus,  brought  to  Thee. 

Then  for  all  that  wrought  our  pardon, 

For  Thy  sorrows  deep  and  sore, 
For  Thine  anguish  in  the  garden, 

1  will  thank  Thee  evermore; 
Thank  Thee  with  the  latest  breath 
For  Thy  sad  and  cruel  death ; 

For  that  last  most  bitter  cry, 
Praise  Thee  evermore  on  hiuh. 


363 


6.5. 


GLORY  be  to  Jesus, 
AVho  in  bitter  pains, 
Poured  for  me  the  lifeblood 

From  His  sacred  veins! 
Grace  and  life  eternal 
In  that  blood  1  find, 
Blest  be  His  compassion 
Infinitely  kind ! 

Blest  through  endless  ages 

Be  the  i)recious  stream. 
Which  from  sin  and  sorrow 

Does  the  world  redeem ! 
Abel's  blood  for  vengeance 

Pleaded  to  the  skies; 
But  the  blood  of  Jesus 

For  our  pardon  cries. 


GENERAL. 


Oft  as  earth  oxultini; 

Wafts  its  jn-aise  on  high, 
An.m-'l  h(»sts,  ivjoicinu-. 

Make  their  ulad  rei»ly. 
Lift  ye  then  your  voices; 

Swell  the  iniuhty  Hood; 
Louder  still  and  louder. 

Praise  the  precious  Blood. 


364 


Ah,  Lord,  our  sins  arrai«;ned  Thee, 

And  nailed  Thee  to  the  tree: 
Our  pride.  O  Lord,  disdained  Thee; 

Vet  deit;n  our  hope  to  be. 
O  jilorious  Kinj;',  we  bless  Thee, 

Xo  longer  pass  Thee  by; 
O  Jesu,  we  confess  Thee 

Our  Lord  enthroned  on  hisrh. 


7.G. 


OLAMIi  of  G<id,  still  keep  me 
Near  to  Thy  wounded  side! 
'Tis  only  there  in  safety 
And  i»eace  I  can  abide. 
What  foes  and  snares  surrotmd  niel 

What  doubts  and  fears  within  I 
The  grace  that  sought  and  found  me 
Alone  can  keep  me  clean. 

'Tis  only  in  Thee  liiding, 

I  feel  my  life  secure; 
Only  in  Thee  abiding. 

The  conrtict  can  endure: 
Thine  arm  the  victory  gaiuetli 

O'er  every  hateful  foe; 
Thy  love  my  heart  sustaineth 

lu  all  its  care  and  woe. 

Soon  ?;liall  my  eyes  behold  Thee, 

With  rai)ture,  face  to  face; 
One  half  hath  not  been  told  me 

Of  all  Thy  power  and  grace: 
Thy  beauty.  Lord,  and  glory, 

The  wonders  of  Thy  love. 
Shall  be  the  endless  story 

Of  all  Thy  saints  above. 


366 


8.7. 


365 


7.6. 


OJEsr,  we  adore  Thee, 
Upon  the  cross,  our  King: 
We  bow  our  hearts  before  Thee; 

Thy  gracifuis  Name  we  sing: 
That  Name  hath  brcuight  salvation. 

That  Name,  in  life  our  stay; 
(')ur  ))eace,  our  consolation 
When  life  shall  fade  awav. 


HAIL,  Thou  once-despised  Jesus! 
Hail,  Thou  Galilean  King! 
Thou  didst  sutfer  to  release  us: 

Thou  didst  free  salvation  bring. 
Hail,  Thou  agonizing  Saviour, 

Bearer  of  our  sin  and  shame! 
By  Thy  merit  we  tind  favor: 
Life  is  given  through  Tiiy  Name. 

2  Paschal  Lamb,  by  God  appointed, 

All  (uir  sins  on  Thee  were  laid: 
By  almighty  love  anointed. 

Thou  hast  full  atonement  made. 
All  Thy  i)eople  are  forgiven 

Through  the  virtue  of  Thy  blood: 
Opened  is  the  gate  of  heaven. 

Peace  is  made  "twixt  man  and  God. 

3  Jesus,  hail!  enthroned  in  glory, 

There  forever  to  abide. 
All  the  heavenly  hosts  adore  Thee, 

Seated  at  Thy  Father's  side. 
There  for  sinners  Thou  art  pleading: 

There  Thou  dost  our  idace  prepare: 
Ever  for  us  interceding. 

Till  in  glory  we  appear. 

4  Worship,  honor,  power,  and  blessing 

Tlum  art  worthy  to  receive: 
I^oudest  i)raises,  without  ceasing. 

Meet  it  is  for  us  to  give. 
Ilelj),  ye  bright  angelic  spirits! 

liring  your  sweetest,  noblest  lays! 
Help  to  sing  our  Saviour's  merits! 

Help  to  chant  Emmanuel's  praise! 


Yet  doth  the  woild  disdain  Thee, 

Still  pressing  by  Thy  cross: 
Lord,  may  our  hearts  retain  Thee, 

Counting  all  else  but  loss. 
The  grief  Thy  sold  enduri'd. 

Who  can  that  grief  declare? 
Thy  pains  have  tlius  assured 

That  Thou  Thy  foes  wilt  spare. 
112 


367 


8.8.6. 


TO  Him  Who  iov  our  sins  was  slain. 
To  Him  for  all  Ills  dying  i)ain. 

Sing  we  Alleluia ! 
To  Him,  tlu'  Lamb  our  sacrilit-e, 
Wh(»  gave  His  blood  our  ransom-price. 

Sing  we  Alleluia! 


GENKKAL. 


1  To  Him  Who  died  tliat  we  iniulit  die 
To  sin,  and  live  with  Him  on  hiuh, 

JSinii'  we  Alleluia! 
To  Him  Who  rose  that  we  mi.uht  rise, 
And  reign  with  Him  beyond  the  skies, 

tSing  we  Alleluia! 

3  To  Him  Who  now  for  us  doth  jilead, 
And  helpeth  us  in  all  our  need, 

;>in.u-  we  Alleluia! 
To  Him  Who  doth  prepare  on  high 
Our  home  in  immortality, 

:Siug  we  Alleluia ! 

4  To  Him  be  glory  evermore: 

Ye  heavenly  hosts,  your  Lord  adore; 

iSing  we  Alleluia! 
To  Father,  Son,  and  Holy  Ghost, 
Our  God  most  great,  our  joy,  our  boast, 

Sing  we  Alleluia ! 


368 


6.6.4.6.G.6.4. 

JESUS,  our  risen  King, 
Glory  to  Thee  we  sing, 
Praising  Thy  Xame: 
Thy  love  and  grace  adore, 
Which  all  our  sorrows  bore ; 
Singing  for  evermore, 
"Worthy  the  Lamb." 

Oh,  haste,  ye  ransomed  race! 
For  all  His  gifts  of  grace 

Praise  ye  His  Xame : 
He  wondrous  things  hath  done ; 
Triumph  o'er  death  hath  won; 
Heaven's  gate  hath  open  thrown; 
"Worthy  the  Lamb.''    • 

Come,  all  ye  hosts  above ! 
Join  in  one  song  of  love, 

Praising  His  Xame: 
To  Him  ascribed  be 
Honor  and  majesty 
Through  all  eternity: 
'•AVorthy  the  Lamb.*' 

Blessed  and  holy  Three, 
Glorious  Trinity, 

Praise  to  Thy  Xame: 
Father,  Thy  love  we  bless; 
Spirit  of  holiness. 
We  praise  Thee  and  confess, 
"Worthy  the  Lamb.'' 
113 


369  8.7. 

ALLELUIA!  sing  to  .Jesus! 
^     His  the  sceittre.  His  the  throne; 
Alleluia!  His  the  trium[)h. 

His  the  vict(uy  alone; 
Hark!  the  songs  of  i)eaceful  Sion 

Thunder  like  a  mighty  llood; 
Jesus  out  of  every  nation 

Hath  redeemed  us  bv  His  blood. 


2  Alleluia!  not  as  orphans 

Are  we  left  in  sorrow  now; 
Alleluia!  He  is  near  us, 

Faith  believes,  nor  questions  how: 
Though  the  cloud  from  sight  received  Him, 

When  the  forty  days  were  o'er; 
Shall  our  hearts  forget  His  promise, 
••  I  am  with  you  evermore"  ? 

3  Alleluia!  Bread  of  angels. 

Thou  on  earth  ottr  Food,  our  Stay ! 
Alleluia !  here  the  sinful 

Flee  to  Thee  from  day  to  day; 
Intercessor,  Friend  of  sinners, 

Earth's  Kedeemer,  plead  for  me, 
Where  the  songs  of  all  the  sinless 

Sweep  across  the  crystal  sea. 

4  Alleluia !  King  eternal. 

Thee  the  Lord  of  lords  we  own, 
Alleluia !  born  of  Mary, 

Earth  Thy  footstool,  heaven  Thy  throne: 
Thou  within  the  veil  hast  entered. 

Hobed  in  llesh,  our  great  High  Priest; 
Thou  on  earth  both  Priest  and  Victim 

In  the  Eucharistic  feast. 


Alleliua!  sing  to  Jesus! 

His  the  sceptre,  His  the  throne; 
Alleluia!  His  the  triumph, 

His  the  victory  alone; 
Hark!  the  songs  of  peaceful  Sion 

Thunder  like  a  mighty  flood; 
Jesus  out  of  every  nation 

Hath  redeemed  us  by  His  blood. 


370 


S.  M. 


AWAKE,  and  sing  the  song 
_     Of  Moses  and  the  Lamb ! 
AVake  every  heart  and  every  tongue 
To  praise  the  Saviour's  Xame. 


GENEILVL. 


2  Sinjj  of  His  dyini;  love  I 

Siiii,^  of  His  iisiii<;  power! 
Sinji  iiow  He  intercedes  al)ove 
For  those  whose  sins  He  bore  I 

3  Siiifj  on  your  heavenly  way  I 

Ye  ransomed  sinners,  sinul 
Sinjx  on,  rejoicing;  every  day 
In  Christ,  the  eternal  King  I 

4  Soon  shall  ye  hear  Him  say, 

"Ye  blessed  children,  come:*' 
Sot>n  will  He  call  you  hence  away, 
And  take  His  wanderers  home. 

5  There  shall  our  raptured  tonjjue 

His  endless  praise  proclaim. 
And  sweeter  voices  swell  the  song 
Of  glorv  to  the  Lamb. 


371  L.M. 

TRIUMPHAXT  Lord,  Thy  work  is  done, 
Thy  toil  is  o'er,  Thy  victory  won: 
Oh,  aid  Thy  servants  in  the  strife; 
Help  us  to  win  the  crown  of  life  I 

2  Presenting  Thine  own  sacrifice. 

Our  prayers  like  incense  round  Thee  rise; 
For  "  TIkui  art  Priest  forever,"  Thou 
Art  interceding  for  us  now. 

3  Oh,  by  Thy  spotless,  wondrous  birth, 
And  by  Thy  bitter  death  on  earth. 
And  by  Thy  rising  from  the  grave, 
Ascended  Lord,  Thy  people  save  I 

4  "Thou  art  the  King  of  (Hory,"  Thine 
All  honor,  i)raise.  and  power  divine; 
One  with  the  Father  now  confest, 
And  with  the  .Spirit  ever  blest. 


372 


C1HIHST,  above  all  glory  seated  I 
I     King  eternal,  stidug  to  save! 
Dying,  'i'lutu  hast  death  defeated, 
Buried,  Thou  hast  si»oiled  the  grave. 

2  Thou  art  gone,  where  now  is  given 
What  no  mortal  might  could  gain, 
C)n  the  eternal  tjirone  of  heaven 
In  Thy  Father's  power  to  reign. 
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3  There  Thy  kingdoms  all  adore  Thee, 
Heaven  above  and  earth  below; 

While  the  depths  of  hell  before  Thee 
Trembling  and  defeated  bow. 

4  We,  O  Lord,  with  hearts  adoring, 
Follow  Thee  above  the  sky; 

Hear  our  prayers.  Thy  grace  imploring, 
Lift  our  souls  to  Thee  on  high; 

5  So,  when  Thou  again  in  glory 
On  the  clouds  of  heaven  shalt  shine. 

We  Thy  tiock  may  stand  l>efore  Thee, 
Owned  for  evermore  as  Thine. 

6  Hail!  all  hail!     In  Thee  confiding, 
Jesus,  Thee  shall  all  adore, 

In  Thy  Father's  might  abiding 
With  one  Spirit  evermore! 


373  CM 

THE  Head,  that  once  was  crowned  with 
thorns. 
Is  crowned  with  glory  now; 
A  royal  diadem  adorns 

The  mitihtv  Victor's  brow. 


2  The  highest  place  that  heaven  affords 

Is  His,  is  His  by  right. 
The  King  of  kings,  and  Lord  of  lords. 
And  heaven's  eternal  Light. 

3  The  joy  of  all  who  dwell  above; 

The  joy  of  all  bel«»w, 
To  whom  He  manifests  His  love 
And  srants  His  Name  to  know. 


4  To  them  the  cross  with  all  its  shame, 

With  all  its  grace  is  given: 
Their  name,  an  everlasting  name. 
Their  joy,  the  joy  of  heaven. 

5  They  suffer  with  tluii-  L<»rd  below. 

They  reign  with  Him  above. 
Their  i)rolit  and  their  joy  to  know 
The  mystery  of  His  love. 

()  The  cross  He  bore  is  life  Pnd  health. 
Though  shanu'  and  death  to  Him: 
His  ]>e<ti)le"s  h(»i»e.  His  peoi)le"s  wealth. 
Their  everlasting  theme. 


GKXEIJAL. 


374 


1).  r^.M. 


rpiIOU  art  gone  up  on  hiuh 

JL      To  mansions  in  the  skies; 
And  round  Thy  throne  unceasingly 

The  songs  of  praise  arise: 

But  we  are  lingering  here, 

With  sin  and  care  opi)rest ; 
Lord,  send  Thy  promised  Comforter, 

And  lead  us  to  Thy  rest. 

Thou  art  gone  up  on  high ; 

But  Thou  didst  tirst  come  down, 
Through  earth's  most  bitter  agony, 

To  pass  unto  Thy  crown; 

And  girt  with  griefs  and  fears 

Our  onward  course  must  be; 
But  only  let  that  path  of  tears 

Lead  us  at  last  to  Thee. 

Thou  art  gone  up  on  high ; 

But  Thou  shalt  come  again, 
With  all  the  bright  ones  of  the  sky 

Attendant  in  Thy  train. 

Lord,  by  Thy  saving  power. 

So  make  us  live  and  die. 
That  we  may  stand,  in  that  dread  hour 

xVt  Thy  right  hand  on  high. 


375 


D.  S.  M. 


C1R0AVX  Him  with  many  crowns, 
/     The  Lamb  upon  His  throne; 
Hark!  how  the  heavenly  anthem  drowns 
All  music  but  its  own: 
Awake,  my  soul,  and  sing 
Of  Him  Who  died  for  thee, 
And  hail  Him  as  thy  matchless  King 
Through  all  eternity. 

Crown  Him  the  Son  of  God 

Before  the  worlds  began, 
And  ye.  Mho  tread  Avhere  He  hatli  trod, 

Crown  Him  the  Son  of  Man; 

Who  every  grief  hath  known 

That  wrings  the  human  breast, 
And  takes  and  bears  them  for  His  own. 

That  all  in  Him  may  rest. 

Crown  Him  the  Lord  of  Life, 

Who  triumphed  o'er  the  grave, 
And  rose  victorious  in  the  strife 

For  those  He  came  to  save; 

His  glories  now  we  sing 

Who  died,  and  rose  on  high. 
Who  died,  eternal  life  to  bring. 

And  lives,  that  death  may  die. 
115 


Crown  Him  of  lords  the  Lord, 

Who  over  all  doth  reign, 
AVlio  (Hice  on  eaith,  the  Incarnate  Word, 

P'or  ransomed  sinners  slain, 

Now  lives  in  realms  of  light. 

Where  saints  with  angels  sing 
Their  songs  before  Him  day  and  night, 

Their  God,  Kedeemer,  King. 

Crown  Him  the  Lord  of  heaven. 

Enthroned  in  workls  al>()ve; 
Crown  Him  the  King  to  Whom  is  given 

The  wondrous  name  of  Love. 

Crown  Him  with  many  crowns. 

As  thrones  before  Him  fall, 
Crown  Him,  ye  kings,  with  many  crown? 

For  He  is  King  of  all. 


376 


8.6.8.4. 

OL'R  blest  Redeemer,  ere  He  breathed 
His  tender,  last  farewell, 
A  Guide,  a  Comforter,  bequeathed 
AVith  us  to  dwell. 

2  He  came  sweet  influence  to  impart, 

A  gracious,  willing  guest. 
While  He  can  find  one  humble  heart 
Wherein  to  rest. 

3  And  His  that  gentle  voice  we  hear. 

Soft  as  the  breath  of  even, 
That  checks  each  thought,  that  calms  each 
fear, 
And  speaks  of  heaven. 

4  And  every  virttte  we  possess. 

And  every  victory  won. 
And  every  thought  of  holiness 
Are  His  alone. 

5  Spirit  of  purity  and  grace. 

Our  weakness,  pitying,  see: 
Oh,  make  otir  hearts  Thy  dwelling-place. 
And  meet  for  Thee. 


377 


S.]\] 


C10ME,  Holy  Spirit,  come  I 
/     Let  Thy  bright  beams  arise; 
Dispel  the  sorrow  from  our  minds, 
The  darkness  from  our  eyes. 

2  Revive  otir  drooping  faith. 

Our  doubts  and  fears  remove. 
And  kindle  in  our  breasts  the  flame 
Of  never-dving  love. 


(iKXEKAL. 


('•mvinee  lis  »>f  our  sin; 


Th 


K*u  leail  to 


blootl. 


Aiul  to  tuir  w«»ink*iiut;  view  reveal 
The  secret  love  of  God. 

4  "Tis  Thine  to  cleanse  the  heart, 
To  sanctify  the  scml, 
To  jMuir  fresh  life  in  every  part, 
And  uew-create  the  ^vhole. 

.">  Dwell  therefore  in  our  hearts, 
C)iir  minds  from  bomlage  free; 
Then  shall  wa  know,  and  praise,  and  love 
The  Father,  iSon,  and  Thee. 

378  7s. 

C10ME,  Thou  Holy  Spirit,  come! 
''     And  fiom  Thy  celestial  home 
Shed  a  ray  of  liuht  divine! 
Come,  Thou  Father  of  the  poor! 
Come,  Thou  source  of  all  our  store! 
Come,  within  our  bosoms  shine ! 

2  Thou  of  comforters  the  best; 

Thou  the  semi's  most  welcome  sanest; 

Sweet  refreshment  here  below; 
In  (»ur  labor  rest  most  sweet; 
Grateful  coolness  in  the  heat; 

Solace  iu  the  midst  of  ^voe. 

3  O  most  Idessed  Light  divine, 
Shine  within  these  hearts  of  Thine, 

And  our  inmost  being  fill! 
Where  Thou  art  not,  man  hath  nought, 
Nothing  good  in  deed  or  thought, 

Nothing  free  from  taint  of  ill. 

4  Ileal  our  wounds;  our  strength  renew; 
On  our  dryness  pour  Thy  dew; 

Wash  the  stains  of  guilt  away: 
TU'iid  the  stultborn  heart  and  will; 
Melt  the  frozen,  warm  tlie  chill; 

Guide  the  steps  that  go  astray. 

7)  On  the  faithful,  who  adore 
And  confess  Thee,  evermore 

In  Thy  sevenfohl  gifts  descend; 
(iive  them  virtue's  sure  reward; 
Give  them  Thy  salvation,  Lord; 

(Jive  them  joys  that  never  end. 

379  L..M 

CKJMK,  gracious  Spirit,  heavenly  Dove. 
/     With  light  and  comfort  from  ab(»ve; 
IJe  Tliou  our  guardian.  Tiiou  our  guide. 
O'er  every  thought  and  step  jiresiik'. 
11(3 


2  The  light  of  truth  to  us  display. 

And  make  us  know  and  ch(»ose  Thy  way; 

Plant  holy  fear  in  every  heart. 

That  we  from  Thee  may  ne'er  depart. 

3  Lead  us  to  Christ,  the  living  Way, 
Xor  let  us  from  His  i)recei)ts  stray; 
Lead  us  to  holiness,  the  rt)ad 

That  we  must  take  to  dwell  with  God. 

4  Lead  us  to  heaven,  that  we  may  share 
Fullness  of  joy  forever  there: 

Lead  us  to  God,  our  final  rest, 
To  be  with  Him  forever  blest. 


380 


L.M. 

CiOME,  Holy  Ghost,  Creator  blest, 
/     A'ouchsafe  within  our  stmls  to  rest; 
Come  with  Thy  grace  and  heavenly  aiil, 
1      And  till  the  hearts  which  Thou  hast  made, 

I  2  To  Thee,  the  Comforter,  we  cry: 
'      To  Thee,  the  gift  of  God  most  High; 
The  fount  of  life,  the  lire  of  love, 
The  soul's  anointing  from  above. 

3  The  sacred,  sevenfold  grace  is  Thine, 
Dread  Finger  of  the  Hand  divine: 
The  promise  of  the  Father  Thou  ! 

Who  dost  the  tongue  with  i)ower  endow. 

4  Thy  light  to  every  sense  impart, 
And  shed  Thy  love  in  every  heart; 
Thine  own  unfailing  might  supi)ly 
To  strengthen  our  infirmity. 

')  Drive  far  away  our  ghostly  foe. 
And  Thine  abiding  peace  bestow; 
If  Thou  be  our  preventing  guide, 
No  evil  can  our  steps  betide. 


381 

CREATOR  Spirit,  by  Whose  aid 
The  world's  foundations  first  were 
Come,  visit  every  humble  mind; 
Come,  i)our  Thy  joys  on  human  kind; 
From  sin  and  sorrt)w  set  us  free. 
And  make  Thy  temples  worthy  Thee. 

2  O  source  of  uncreated  light, 
'ilie  Father's  promised  Paraclete! 
Thrice  lioly  Fount,  tlirice  holy  Fire, 
Our  hearts  witli  heavenly  love  inspire; 
Couu',  and  Thy  sacred  unction  bring 
To  sanctify  us  while  we  sing. 


8s. 


laid. 


GENEUAL. 


Plonteous  of  ^rate,  come  from  ou 
Kicli  in  Thy  sevenfokl  energy; 
Make  us  eternal  truth  receive, 
And  practise  all  that  we  believe; 
Give  us  Thyself,  that  we  may  see 
The  Father  and  the  Son  by  Thee. 


hij-h, 


382 


CM. 


O  PIRIT  divine,  attend  our  prayers, 
lO     And  make  this  house  Thy  home; 
Descend  with  all  Thy  gracious  powers, 
Oh,  come,  great  Spirit,  come! 

2  Come  as  the  light;  to  us  reveal 
Our  emj^tiness  and  woe: 
And  lead  us  in  those  paths  of  life. 
Whereon  the  righteous  go. 

.3  Come  as  the  fire,  and  purge  our  hearts 
Like  sacrificial  fiame; 
Let  our  whole  soul  an  offering  be 
To  our  Redeemers  Xame. 

4  Come  as  the  dove,  and  spread  Thy  wings, 

The  wings  of  peaceful  love; 
And  let  Thy  Church  on  earth  become 
Blest  as  the  Church  above. 

5  Spirit  divine,  attend  our  prayers; 

Make  a  lost  world  Thy  home ; 
Descend  with  all  Thy  gracious  powers, 
Oh,  come,  great  Spirit,  come ! 


P.M. 

Lord  God  Almighty  I 
our  song  shall 


383 

HOLY,  Holy,  Holy 
Early  in  the  morning- 
rise  to  Thee: 
Holy,  Holy,  Holy  I  merciful  and  mighty ! 
God  in  Three  JPersons,  blessed  Trinity! 

2  Holv,    Holv,    Holy!     All  the   saints   adore 

Thee,  " 
Casting  down  their  golden  crowns  aroimd 

the  glassy  sea ; 
Cherubim  and  seraphim  falling  down  before 

Thee, 
"Which  wert,  and  art,  and  evermore  shalt 

be. 

3  Holy,  Holy,  Holy !  though  the  darkness  hide 

Thee, 
Though  the  eye  of  sinful  man  Thy  glory 
may  not  see. 
Only  Thou  art  holy;  there  is  none  beside 
Thee, 
Perfect  in  power,  in  love,  and  purity. 
117 


■'  Li.rd  (iod  Almighty! 
diall  jiraise  Thy  Name 


Holy,  Holy,  H.dv 

All  Thy  work: 

earth,  and  sky,  and 
Holy,  Holy,  Holy!  merciful  and  mighty! 

God  in  Three  Persons.  l)l('ss('d  Trinitv! 


384 


GOD,  my  Father,  hear  me  pray. 
Wash  my  crimson  guilt  away; 
Wretched,  helpless,  lost,  undone, 
Hear  me  for  Thy  blessed  Son: 
Lord,  unnumbered  sins  are  mine. 
But  eternal  love  is  Thine. 


God,  my  Saviour,  look  on  me; 
All  my  guilt  I  cast  on  Thee : 
Give  my  troubled  spirit  peace; 
Bid  my  fears  and  sorrows  cease; 
Lord,  unnumbered  sins  are  mine, 
But  eternal  love  is  Thine. 

God,  my  Comforter,  my  Light, 
Strengthen  me  with  holy  might. 
Make  Thy  dwelling  in  my  heart: 
Faith,  and  joy,  and  hope  impart. 
Lord,  unnumbered  sins  are  mine, 
But  eternal  love  is  Thine. 


4  Blessed,  glorious  Trinity! 
Holy,  everlasting  Three ! 
Hear,  oh,  liear  my  earnest  prayer. 
And  my  soul  for  heaven  prepare ! 
Lord,  unnumbered  sins  are  mine; 
But  eternal  love  is  Thine. 


385 


HOLY,  Holy,  Holy,  Lord, 
God  of  Hosts,  eternal  King, 
By  the  heavens  and  earth  adored ; 

Angels  and  archangels  sing. 
Chanting  everlastingly 
To  the  blessed  Trinity. 

Since  by  Thee  were  all  things  made, 
And  in  Thee  do  all  things  live, 

Be  to  Thee  all  honor  paid. 

Praise  to  Thee  let  all  things  give. 

Singing  everlastingly 

To  the  blessed  Trinity. 


us. 


IS. 


GENERAL. 


3  TlKUisands,  ti-iis  of  thousands  stand. 

S])irits  blest,  before  Thy  throne. 
Speedinu-  thence  at  Thy  (•(»niniand: 

And  ^vhen  Thy  eomniand  is  thdu'. 
Siu»iin<i:  everhistin^i'ly 
To  the  blessed  Trinity. 

4  Cherubim  and  seraphini 

Veil  their  faces  with  their  win^s; 
Eyes  of  angels  are  too  dim 

To  behold  the  Kin<j  of  kings. 
While  they  sinj;-  eternally 
To  the  blessed  Trinity. 

5  Thee,  apostles,  prophets,  Thee, 

Thee,  the  noble  martyr  band, 
Praise  with  solemn  jubilee. 

Thee,  the  Church  in  every  land; 
Sin<iin<j:  everlastingly 
To  the  blessed  Trinity. 

C  Alleluia!  Lord,  to  Thee, 

Eatlier,  Son,  and  Holy  Ghost, 

Three  in  One,  and  One  in  Three, 
Join  we  with  the  heavenly  host, 

Singing  everlastingly 

To  the  blessed  Trinity. 


387 


8.7. 


386 


8.7.8.7.4.' 


1)or.\I)  the  Lord  in  glory  seated 
\     Cherul>im  and  seraphim 
Filled  His  temi)le,  and  rei)eate<l 
Each  to  each  the  alternate  hymn: 
"Lord,  Thy  glory  tills  the  heaven. 
Earth  is  with  Thy  fullness  stored; 
I'nto  Thee  be  glorv  given. 
Holy,  Holy,  Holy  Lord."' 

2  Heaven  is  still  with  glory  ringing, 

Earth  takes  ui)  the  angels'  cry. 
"Holy,  Holy,  Holy."  singing, 

"Lord  of  H(>sts,  the  Lord  most  High. 
"With  His  seraph  train  before  Him, 

AVith  His  holy  Church  below, 
Thus  unite  we  to  adore  Him, 

IJid  we  thus  our  anthem  llow: 

3  "  Lord,  Thy  glory  tills  the  heaven, 

Earth  is  with  Thy  fullness  stored; 
I'nto  Thee  be  glorv  given. 

Holy,  Holy,  Holy  Lord." 
Thus  Thy  glorious  Name  confessing, 

With  Thine  angel  hosts  we  cry 
"Holy,  Holy,  Holy,"  blessing 

Tiiee,  the  Lord  of  Hosts  most  high. 


HOLY  Father,  great  Creator, 
Source  of  mercy,  love,  and  peace, 
Look  upon  the  Mediator, 

Clothe  us  with  His  righteousness; 
Heavenly  Father, 
Through  the  Saviour  hear  and  bless. 

2  Holy  Jesus,  Lord  of  glory, 

Whom  angelic  hosts  i)roclaim. 
While  we  hear  Thy  wondrous  story. 

Meet  and  worship  in  Thy  Name, 
l)e;vr  Redeemer, 
In  our  hearts  Thy  peace  proclaim. 

3  Holy  Spirit,  Sanctifier, 

Come  with  unction  from  above. 
Raise  our  hearts  to  laptures  higher. 

Fill  them  with  the  Saviour's  love  I 
Sonice  of  comfoit. 
Cheer  us  w  ith  the  Saviour's  love. 

4  (ioci  the  Lord,  tlnough  every  nation 

Let  Thy  wondious  meicies  shine  I 
In  tlie  song  of  Thy  salvation 

Every  tongiu!  and  race  combine! 
Great  J<'hovah, 
Foi'in  oui-  hearts  and  make  tliem  Thine. 
J  IS 


388 


0.0.4.6.0.6.1 


C10ME,  Thou  almiglily  King, 
J     Help  us  Thy  Name  to  sinj. 
Help  us  to  i)raisel 
Father  all  glorious, 
O'er  all  victorious. 
Come  and  reign  over  us. 
Ancient  of  days  I 

2  Come,  Thou  Incarnate  Word, 
Gird  on  Thy  mighty  sword; 

Our  prayer  attend! 
Come,  and  Thy  i)eople  bless; 
Come,  give  Thy  word  success; 
Lord,  God  of  righteousness, 

Thy  cause  defend ! 

3  Come,  Holy  Comforter, 
Thy  sacred  witness  bear. 

In  this  glad  hour! 
'I'Im.u,  Who  almighty  art. 
Now  rule  in  every  heart. 
And  ne'er  fr(»n\  us  depart, 

Si>irit  of  i)ower! 


GEXERAL. 


4  To  Tliec,  <ireat  One  in  Three, 
The  hi»ihest  praises  be, 

Hence  evermore; 
Thy  soverei<;n  majesty 
jNIay  we  in  f^ktry  see, 
And  to  eternity 

Love  and  adore. 

389  7.7.7.O. 

rpHIJEE  in  One,  and  One  in  Three, 
JL      Ruler  ot  the  earth  and  sea. 
Hear  us,  while  we  lift  to  Thee 
Holy  chant  and  psalm. 

2  Light  of  lights  I  Mith  morning  shine; 
Lift  on  us  Thy  light  divine; 

And  let  charity  benign 

Breathe  on  us  her  balm. 

3  Light  of  lights !  when  falls  the  even. 
Let  it  close  on  sin  forgiven; 

Fold  us  in  the  peace  of  heaven; 
Shed  a  holy  calm. 

4  Three  in  One,  and  One  in  Three, 
Dimly  here  we  worship  Thee; 

IWith  the  saints  hereafter  we 
Hope  to  bear  the  palm. 


390  s.M. 

OH  I  what,  if  we  are  Christ's, 
Is  earthly  shame  or  loss  '? 
Bright  shall  the  crown  of  glory  be 
When  we  have  borne  the  cross. 

2  Keen  was  the  trial  once. 
Bitter  the  cup  of  woe. 
When  martyred  saints,  baptized  in  blood, 
Christ's  sufferings  shared  below. 

I  3  Bright  is  their  glory  now% 
I  Boundless  their  joy  above, 

I       Where,  on  the  bosom  of  their  God, 
They  rest  in  perfect  love. 

t  4  Lord,  may  that  grace  be  ours, 
!  Like  them  in  faith  to  bear 

'       All  that  of  sorrow,  grief,  or  jjain 
May  be  our  portion  here ; 

i  5  Enough  if  Thou  at  last 
!  The  word  of  blessing  give. 

And  let  us  rest  beneath  Thy  feet, 
Where  saints  and  angels  live. 
119 


391 


CM. 


LET  saints  on  earth  in  concert  sing 
With  tiiose  whose  work  is  done; 
For  all  the  servants  of  our  King 
In  heaven  and  earth  are  one. 

2  One  family,  we  dwell  in  Him, 

One  Church,  above,  ])eneath ; 
Though  now  divided  by  the  stream, 
The  narrow  stream  of  death. 

3  One  army  of  the  living  God, 

To  His  command  we  bow; 
Part  of  the  host  have  crossed  the  flood, 
And  part  are  crossing  now. 

4  E'en  now  to  their  eternal  home 

There  pass  some  spirits  blest; 
While  others  to  the  margin  come, 
AVaiting  their  call  to  rest. 

5  Jesus,  be  Thou  our  constant  guide; 

Then,  when  the  word  is  given, 
Bid  Jordan's  narrow  stream  divide, 
And  brino;  us  safe  to  heaven. 


392 


C.  M. 


■^OT  to  the  terrors  of  the  Lord, 
Xi      The  tempest,  fire,  and  smoke: 
Xot  to  the  thunder  of  that  word 
Which  God  on  Sinai  spoke: 

2  But  we  are  come  to  Sion's  hill. 

The  city  of  our  God ; 
Where  milder  words  declare  His  will, 
And  spread  His  love  abroad. 

3  Behold  the  innumerable  host 

Of  angels  clothed  in  light: 
Behold  the  spirits  of  the  just. 
Whose  faith  is  changed  to  sight. 

4  Behold  the  blest  assemldy  there 

AVhose  names  are  writ  in  heaven; 
Hear  God,  the  Judge  of  all,  declare 
Their  sins,  through  Christ,  forgiven. 

5  Angels,  and  living  saints  and  dead. 

But  one  communion  make: 
All  join  in  Christ,  their  living  Head, 
And  of  His  love  partake. 


GENEILVL. 


393 


C.  M. 


LO!  >vliat  a  cloud  of  Nvitncsses 
Encompass  us  arouud  I 
Men  once  like  us  with  sutteriuji  tried. 
But  now  with  glory  crowned. 

2  Let  us,  with  zeal  like  theirs  inspired, 

!Strive  in  the  Christian  race; 
And,  freed  from  every  weitjht  of  sin, 
Their  holy  footsteps  trace. 

3  Behold  a  witness  nobler  still. 

Who  trod  affliction's  path; 
Jesus,  the  author,  finisher, 
Ke warder  of  our  faith. 

4  He.  fi)r  the  joy  before  Him  set, 

And  moved  by  pityin^i'  love. 
Endured  the  cross,  despised  the  shame, 
And  now  He  reigns  above. 

5  Thither,  forgetting  things  behind, 

Press  we  to  God's  riglit  hand: 
There,  with  the  JSaviour  and  His  saints, 
Triumphantly  to  stand. 


Lord  Jesus.  King  of  Paradise. 

Uh.  kee})  us  in  Thy  love. 
And  guide  us  to  that  happy  land 

Of  perfect  rest  above: 
Where  loval  hearts,  etc. 


395 


G.o. 


394 


P.M. 


0  PARADISE,  O  Paradise, 
Who  doth  not  crave  for  rest  ? 
Who  would  not  seek  the  happy  land 
Where  they  that  loved  are  blest; 
Where  loyal  hearts,  and  true. 

Stand  ever  in  the  light. 
All  rapture,  through  and  through, 
In  God's  most  holy  sight? 

2  O  Paradise,  O  Paradise. 

The  world  is  growing  old: 
Who  would  not  i)e  at  rest  and  free 
Where  love  is  never  cold  ? 
Where  loyal  hearts,  etc. 

3  O  Paradise,  O  Paradise, 

We  long  to  sin  no  more: 
We  long  to  l)e  as  \nini  on  earth 
As  on  thy  si)otless  shore; 
Where  loyal  hearts,  etc. 

4  O  Paradise,  O  Paradise. 

We  shall  not  wait  for  long: 
E*(Mi  ii(»w  the  loving  ear  may  catch 
Faint  fragments  of  Thy  song; 
Where  loyal  hearts,  etc. 
120 


THOSE  eternal  bowers 
Man  hath  never  trod, 
Those  unfading  llowers 

Bound  the  tlirone  of  God: 
Who  may  hope  to  gain  them 

After  weary  light  ? 
"Who  at  length  attain  them. 
Clad  in  robes  of  white  ? 


He  who  wakes  from  slumber 

At  the  Spirit's  voice, 
Daring  here  to  number 

Things  unseen  his  choice: 
He  who  casts  his  burden 

Down  at  Jesus'  cross; 
Christ's  reproach  his  guerdcm, 

All  bcsicle  but  loss. 


He  who  gladly  barters 

All  on  eartlily  ground; 
He  who,  like  the  martyrs. 

Says,  •'  I  will  be  crowned: 
He  whose  one  oblation 

Is  a  life  of  love. 
Knit  in  God's  salvation 

To  the  blest  above. 


4  Shame  upon  you.  legions 

Of  the  heavenly  King, 
Citizens  of  regions 

Past  imagining  I 
AVhat,  with  i)ii)e  and  tabor 

Dream  away  the  light  I 
When  He  bids  you  labor. 

When  He  tells  you,  "Fight" 

5  Jesu,  Lord  of  glory. 

As  we  breast  the  tide, 
Whisi)er  Tlu)u  the  story 

Of  the  other  side: 
Where  the  saints  are  casting 

Crowns  before  Thy  feet, 
Safe  for  everlasting. 

In  Thy.self  complete. 


C.KNEIJAL. 


396 


]'.  M. 


rpEX  thousand  times  ten  thousand 
_L      In  sparklinji:  raiment  brijilit, 
The  armies  of  the  ransomed  saints 

Thronji'  up  the  steeps  of  liiiht: 
*Tis  finished!  all  is  linished.' 

Their  ti<iiit  with  death  and  sin. 
Flinu"  open  wide  the  golden  gates, 

And  let  the  victors  in. 

•J.  What  rush  of  alleluias 

Fills  all  the  earth  and  sky ! 
"What  ringing  of  a  thousand  harps 

Bespeaks  the  triumi)h  nigh  I 
O  day,  for  which  creation 

And  all  its  tribes  were  made! 
O  joy,  for  all  its  former  woes 

A  thousand-fold  repaid  I 

3  Oh,  then  what  raptured  greetings 

On  Canaan's  happy  shore! 
What  knitting  severed  friendships  up, 

AVhere  partings  are  no  morel 
Then  eyes  with  joy  shall  sparkle 

That  brimmed  with  tears  of  late; 
Orphans  no  longer  fatherless. 

Nor  widows  desolate. 

4  Bring  near  Thy  great  salvation, 

Thou  Lamb  for  sinners  slain; 
Fill  up  the  roll  of  Thine  elect. 

Then  take  Thy  power  and  reign! 
Appear,  Desire  of  nations! 

Thine  exiles  long  for  home: 
Show  in  the  heavens  Thy  promised  sign! 

Thou  Prince  and  Saviour,  come! 


4  There,    where   no   troubles   distraction  can 

bring. 
We  the  sweet  anthems  of  Sion  shall  sinji: 
While  for  Thy  grace.  Lord,   their  voices  of 

})  raise 
Thy  blessed  people  eternally  raise. 

5  There  dawns  no  Sabbath,  no  Sabbath  is  o'er. 
Those  Sabbath-keeiiers  have  one  everm(»re: 
One  and  unending  is  that  triumph-si»ng 
Which  to  the  anuels  and  us  shall  belon<r. 


;  G  Xow.  in  the  meanwhile,  with  hearts  raised 

on  high. 
AVe  for  that  countrv  must  vearn  and  must 

sigh ; 
Seeking  Jerusalem,  dear  native  land. 
Throuuh  our  lonu'  exile  on  Babvlon"s  strand. 


7  Low  before  Him  with  our  praises  we  fall. 
Of  Whom,  and  in  Whom,  and  through  Whom 

are  all; 
Of  Whom,  the  Father;  and  in  Whom,  the 

Son ; 
Through  Whom,  the  Spirit,  with  Them  ever 

One." 


397 


lOs. 


OH.  what  the  joy  and  the  glory  must  be, 
Those   endless   Sabbaths   the   blessed 
ones  see ; 
Crown  for  the  valiant,  to  weary  ones  rest;    , 
God  shall  be  all,  and  in  all  ever  blest. 

2  What  are  the  Monarch.  His  court,  and  His 
I         throne  ? 

What  are  the  peace  and  the  jov  that  thev 
I         own? 

j     Oh,  that  the  blest  ones,  who  in  it  have  share, 
1     All  that  they  feel  could  as  fully  declare ! 

j3  Truly  Jerusalem  name  we  that  shore, 
I     Vision  of  peace,  that  l)rings  joy  evermore; 
I     Wish  and  fullilment  can  severed  be  ne'er, 
•     Nor  the  thing  prayed  for  come  short  of  the 
'        prayer. 

121 


398 


p.  M. 


HARK!    hark,   my  soul!     Angelic    songs 
are  swelling 
O'er  earth's  green  fields  and  ocean's  wave- 
beat  shore; 
How  sweet  the  truth  those  blessed  strains 
are  telling 
Of  that  new  life  when  sin  shall  be  no  more ! 
Angels  of  Jesus. 

Angels  of  light. 
Singing  to  welcome 

The  pilgrims  of  the  night. 


2  Onward  we  go,  for  still  we  hear  them  sing- 
ing". 
"Come,  weary   souls,    for   Jesus  bids    you 

come:" 
And  through  the  dark,  its  echoes  sweetly 
ringing. 
The  music  of  the  Gospel  leads  us  home. 
Angels  of  Jesus. 

Angels  of  light. 
Singing  to  welc(^me 

The  pilgrims  of  the  night. 


GENEKAL. 


3  Far,  far  away,  like  bells  at  evenin*,'  pealin*;. 

The  viiiee  of  Jesus  sounds  o'er  laud  and 
soil. 
And  laden  stuils  by  thousands  meekly  steal- 
inj;-. 
Kind  .Shei)herd,  turn  their  weary  steps  to 
Thee. 

An<jels  of  Jesus, 

An<>els  of  li«;ht, 
Siny;injj:  to  welcome 

The  i)il«irims  of  the  night. 

4  Rest  comes  at  length,  though  life  be  long 

and  dreary, 
The  day  must  dawn,  and  darks(»nie  night 
be  past; 
Faith's   Journeys   end   in  welcome    to    the 
weary. 
And  heaven,  the  heart's  true  home,  will 
come  at  last. 

Angels  of  Jesus, 

Angels  of  light, 
Singing  to  welcome 

The  i)ilgrims  of  the  night. 

5  Angels,  sing  on  I  your  faithful  watches  keep- 

ing; 
Sing   us   sweet   fragments   of    the   songs 
above; 
Till  nuuning's  joy  shall   end   the  night  of 
weeping, 
An<l  life's  long  shadows  break  in  cloud- 
less love. 

Angels  of  Jesus, 

Angels  of  light. 
Singing  to  welcome 

The  pilgrims  of  the  night. 


399 


8.7. 


IKiHT'S  abode,  celestial  Salem, 
J      \'ision  whence  true  i)eace  doth  spring 
Jirighter  than  the  heart  can  fancy, 

-Mansion  of  the  higliest  King; 
Oh,  h(»w  glorious  are  the  i»raiscs 
^Vhich  of  Thee  the  i»roi>hets  singi 

There  forever  and  foi'ever 

Alleluia  is  out  p<»ured  ; 
For  unending,  for  unbroken 

is  the  feast-day  of  the  Lord; 
All  is  j)ure  and  all  is  holy 

That  witjiin  Tliy  walls  is  stored. 
V22 


3  There  no  cloud  nor  passing  vapor 

Dims  the  brightness  of  the  air; 
Endless  noon-day,  glorious  noon-day. 

From  the  Sun  of  suns  is  there; 
There  no  night  brings  rest  from  labor. 

For  unknown  are  toil  and  care. 

4  Oh,  how  glorious  and  resplendent. 

Fragile  body,  shalt  thou  be. 
When  endued  with  so  much  beauty. 

Full  of  health,  and  strong,  and  free, 
Full  oi  vigor,  full  of  pleasure 

That  shall  last  eternally! 

5  Now  with  gladness,  now  with  courage, 

Bear  the  burden  on  thee  laid. 
That  hereafter  these  thy  labors 

-May  with  endless  gifts  be  paid. 
And  in  everlasting  glory 

Thou  with  brightness  be  arrayed. 

400  87. 

BLESSED  city,  heavenly  Salem, 
Vision  dear  of  peace  and  love, 
Who  of  living  stones  art  builded 
In  the  heiglit  of  heaven  ab(»ve. 
And,  with  angel  hosts  encircled, 
As  a  bride  dost  earthward  move; 

2  From  celestial  realms  descending, 

Bridal  glory  round  thee  shed, 
Meet  for  Him  Whose  love  esi)oused  thee. 

To  Thy  Lord  shalt  thou  be  led; 
All  thy  streets,  and  all  thy  bulwarks 

Of  pure  gold  are  fashioned. 

3  Bright  thy  gates  of  pearl  are  shining, 

They  are  oi)en  evermore; 
And  by  virtue  of  His  merits 

Thither  faithful  souls  do  soar, 
Who  for  Christ's  dear  Name,  in  this  w(uld 

Pain  and  tribulation  bore. 

4  Many  a  blow  and  lilting  sculjjture 

Polished  well  those  stones  elect. 
In  tlieir  jtlaces  now  comi)acted 

By  the  heavenly  Architect, 
Who  therewith  hath  willed  forever 

That  His  palace  shouhl  be  decked. 

5  Laud  and  honor  to  the  Father, 

Laud  and  honor  to  the  Son, 
Laud  and  honor  to  the  Spirit, 

l''\er  TJiree,  and  evi'i'  One, 
("onsubstantial,  Co-eternal, 

NVliile  unending  ages  run. 


GENEKAL 


401 


7.6. 


0  HEAVENLY  .Jenisalcm, 
Of  everlasting-  halls, 
Thrice  hlessod  are  tlie  i)e()i)le 
Thou  storest  in  Thy  walls. 

2  Thou  art  the  golden  mansion, 

Where  saints  forever  sing. 
The  seat  of  God's  own  chosen, 
The  palace  of  the  king. 

3  There  God  forever  sitteth, 

Himself  of  all  the  crown; 
The  Lamb,  the  Light  that  shineth, 
And  never  goeth  down. 


4  Nought  to  this  seat  approacheth 
Their  sweet  peace  to  molest; 
They  sing  their  God  forever, 
Nor  day  nor  night  they  rest. 

.")  Sure  hope  doth  thither  lead  us; 
Our  longings  thither  tend; 
May  short-lived  toil  ne'er  daunt  us 
For  joys  that  cannot  end. 

G  To  Christ,  the  Sun  that  lightens 
His  Church  above,  below; 
To  Father,  and  to  Spirit 
All  things  created  bow\ 


402 


CM. 


0  MOTHER  dear,  Jerusalem, 
When  shall  I  come  to  Thee  ? 
When  shall  my  sorrows  have  an  end  ? 
Thy  joys  when  shall  I  see '? 

2  O  happy  harbor  of  God's  saints! 

O  sweet  and  pleasant  soil  I 
In  thee  no  sorrow  can  be  found. 
Nor  grief,  nor  care,  nor  toil. 

3  No  murky  cloud  o'ershadows  thee. 

Nor  gloom,  nor  darksome  night; 
But  every  soul  shines  as  the  sun; 
For  God  Himself  gives  light. 

4  O  my  sweet  home,  Jerusalem, 

Thy  joys  when  shall  I  see  ? 
The  king  that  sitteth  on  thy  throne 
In  His  felicity  ? 
123 


.">  Thy  gardens  and  thy  goodly  walks 
( 'ontinually  are  green, 
Where  grow  such  sweet  and  pleasant  llowers 
As  nowhere  else  are  seen. 


6  Kight  through  thy  streets,  with  silver 

The  living  waters  How, 
And  on  the  banks,  on  either  side, 
The  trees  of  life  do  grow. 

7  Those  trees  for  evermore  bear  fruit. 

And  evermore  do  si)ring: 
There  evermore  the  angels  are, 
And  evermore  do  sing. 

8  Jerusalem,  my  happy  home. 

Would  God  I  were  in  Thee! 
Would  God  my  woes  were  at  an  end, 
Thy  joys  that  I  might  see! 

403 


•und, 


r.  M. 


I  HEARD  a  sound  of  voices 
Around  the  great  white  throne, 
With  harpers  harping  on  their  harps 
To  Him  that  sat  thereon: 
"Salvation,  glory,  honor!" 
I  heard  the  song  arise, 
As  through  the  courts  of  heaven  it  rolled 
In  wondrous  harmonies. 

}  From  every  clime  and  kindred. 

And  nations  from  afar, 
As  serried  ranks  returning  home 

In  triumph  from  a  war, 
I  heard  the  saints  upraising. 

The  myriad  hosts  among, 
In  praise  of  Him  Who  died  and  lives, 

Their  one  glad  triumph-song. 

5  I  saw  the  holy  city. 

The  New  Jerusalem, 
Come  down  from  heaven  a  bride  adorned 

With  jewelled  diadem; 
The  Hood  of  crystal  waters 

Flowed  down  the  golden  street; 
And  nations  brought  their  honors  there. 

And  laid  them  at  her  feet. 

t  And  there  no  sun  was  needed. 

Nor  nu>on  to  shine  by  night, 
God's  glorv  did  enlighten  all. 

The  Lamb  Himself,  the  light; 
And  there  His  servants  serve  Him, 

And,  life's  long  battle  o'er, 
Enthroned  with  PHm,  their  Saviour,  King, 

They  reign  for  evermore. 


GEXEKAL. 


O  <::ieat  ami  «;ioiioiis  vision! 

The  Lainl*  i\\Hm  His  throne; 
O  wondrous  si<:ht  for  man  to  seel 

The  Saviour  with  His  own: 
To  drink  tiie  livin;;-  waters 

And  stand  ui)on  the  shore, 
"Where  neither  s(»rrow.  sin.  nor  deallj 

{Shall  ever  enter  more. 

O  Lamb  <»f  (iod  Who  reijznestl 

Thou  lJri«;ht  and  Mtuninii-  Star, 
Whose  ^lorv  li<ihtens  that  new  earth 

Which  now  we  see  from  far  I 
O  wortiiy  .Judue  eternal  I 

^Vllen  Thou  dost  bid  us  come. 
Then  open  wide  tlie  <;ates  of  ])earl, 

And  call  Thv  servants  home. 


404 


Paut  1. 


late ; 


J_      The  times  are  waxin* 
Be  sober  and  keep  viuil. 

The  Jud<ie  is  at  the  «;ate: 
The  Judf>e  Who  comes  in  mercy. 

The  Judue  Who  comes  with  might, 
To  terminate  the  evil. 

To  diadem  the  right. 

Arise,  arise,  good  Christian, 

Let  right  to  wrong  succeed; 
Let  jjcnitential  sorrow 

To  heavenly  gladness  lead  : 
To  tlie  home  of  fadeless  si>lendor, 

Of  H()wers  that  fear  no  thorn. 
Where  they  shall  dwell  as  children 

Who  here  as  exiles  mourn; 

*3Iid  power  that  knows  no  limit. 

And  wisdom  free  from  bound, 
The  l)eatific  vision 

Shall  gia<l  the  saints  around. 
()  liap]»y,  holy  jxtrtion, 

Kefection  for  the  blest. 
True  vision  of  true  beauty, 

Sweet  cure  for  all  distrest! 

Thou  hi'.st  no  shore,  fair  (»ceanl 

Thou  hast  no  time,  bright  day  I 
Dear  fountain  of  refreshment 

To  pilgiims  far  away  I 
Stiiv«',  man,  to  win  that  glory; 

T<til,  man,  to  gain  that  light; 
Send  iioi>e  Ix'fore  to  grasp  it. 

Till  hope  be  lost  ill  siuht. 
124 


B' 


405  ^-"^  "•  7.C 

KIEF  life  is  here  (»ur  portion. 
I>rief  sorrow,  short-lived  care: 
The  life  that  knows  no  ending. 

The  tearless  life  is  there  I 
O  hapi)y  retribution  I 

Sluut  toil,  eternal  rest. 
For  mortals  and  for  sinners, 
A  mansion  with  the  blest  I 

2  There  grief  is  turned  to  jdeasure; 

Such  i)leasure  as  below 
Xo  human  voice  can  utter. 

No  human  heart  can  know; 
And  after  fleshly  weakness. 

And  after  this  world's  night. 
And  after  storm  and  whirlwind 

Are  calm,  and  joy.  and  light. 


'.6.  3  And  now  we  fight  the  battle 

I  But  then  shall  wear  the  crown 

'  Of  full  and  everlasting 

And  passionless  renown; 
And  He  Whom  now  we  trust  in. 
Shall  then  be  seen  and  known, 
And  they  that  know  and  see  Him, 
Shall  have  Him  for  their  own. 


And  now  we  watch  and  struggle 

And  now  we  live  in  hoi)e, 
And  Sion  in  her  anguish. 

With  Babylon  must  cope; 
But  there  is  David's  Fountain, 

And  life  in  fullest  glow; 
And  there  the  light  is  golden. 

And  milk  and  honey  flow. 

The  morning  shall  awaken, 

The  shadows  tlee  away. 
And  each  true-hearted  servant, 

Shall  shine  as  doth  the  day; 
For  (rod  our  King  and  Portion, 

In  fullness  of  His  grace. 
We  then  shall  see  forever. 

And  worship  face  to  face. 


406 


Pai'vT  III. 

Ij^OH  thee,  O  di-ar.  dear  C(»untry, 
Jj      Mine  eyes  their  vigils  keep; 
For  very  love  beholding 

Thy  holy  name,  they  weej). 
The  mention  of  thy  glory 

Is  unction  to  the  breast. 
And  medicine  in  sickness. 

And  love,  and  life  and  rest. 


GENEKAL. 


2  O  one,  O  only  mansion! 

O  Paradise  of  joy  I 
Where  tears  are  ever  banislied 

And  smiles  have  no  alloy; 
Thy  loveliness  oi)presses 

All  human  thought  and  heart, 
And  none,  O  Peaee,  O  !Sion, 

Can  sing-  thee  as  thou  art. 

o  With  jaspers  glow  thy  bulwarks. 

Thy  streets  with  emeralds  blaze; 
The  sardius  and  the  toi)az 

Unite  in  thee  their  rays; 
Thine  ageless  walls  are  bonded 

With  amethyst  uni)rieed; 
The  saints  build  up  thy  fabric, 

And  the  corner  stone  is  Christ. 

4  The  cross  is  all  thy  splendor, 

The  Crucitied  thy  praise; 
His  laud  and  benediction 

Thy  ransomed  people  raise: 
Upon  the  Rock  of  ages 

They  build  thy  holy  tower; 
Thine  is  the  victor's  laurel. 

And  thine  the  golden  dower. 


407  Paet  IV. 

JERUSALEM,  the  golden! 
With  milk  and  honey  blest; 
Beneath  thy  contemplation 

Sink  heart  and  voice  opprest. 
I  know  not,  oh,  I  know  not, 
What  joys  await  us  there ! 
What  radiancy  of  glory! 

What  bliss  beyond  compare ! 

2  They  stand,  those  halls  of  Sion, 

All  jubilant  with  song. 
And  bright  with  many  an  angel, 

And  all  the  martyr  throng. 
The  Prince  is  ever  in  them, 

The  daylight  is  serene; 
The  pastures  of  the  blessed 

Are  decked  in  glorious  sheen. 

3  There  is  the  throne  of  David; 

And  there,  from  care  released. 
The  shout  of  them  that  triumph, 

The  song  of  them  that  feast. 
And  they,  who  with  their  Leader, 

Have  conquered  in  the  tight, 
Forever  and  forever 

Are  clad  in  robes  of  white. 
125 


7.6. 


The  following  may  be  sung, 
other  parts,  preceding. 


also  at  the  eml  of  the 


O  sweet  and  blessi-d  country, 

The  home  of  (iod's  fleet  I 
O  sweet  and  blessi'd  country. 

That  eager  hearts  expect! 
Jesu,  in  mercy  bring  us 

To  that  dear  land  of  rest ! 
Who  art,  with  God  the  Father, 

And  S],)irit,  ever  blest. 


408 


CM. 


rpHE  roseate  hues  of  early  dawn, 
JL      The  brightness  of  the  day, 
The  crimson  of  the  sunset  sky, 

How  fast  they  fade  away! 
Oh,  for  the  pearly  gates  of  heaven! 

Oh,  for  the  golden  lloor! 
Oh,  for  the  Sun  of  righteousness 

That  setteth  nevermore ! 

The  highest  hopes  we  cherish  here, 

How  fast  they  tire  and  faint! 
How  many  a  spot  defiles  the  robe 

That  wraps  an  earthly  saint! 
Oh,  for  a  heart  that  never  sins! 

Oh,  for  a  soul  washed  white! 
Oh,  for  a  voice  to  praise  our  King, 

Nor  weary  day  nor  night ! 

Here  faith  is  ours,  and  heavenly  hope, 

And  grace  to  lead  us  higher; 
But  there  are  perfectness,  and  peace, 

Beyond  our  best  desire. 
Oh,  by  Thy  love  and  anguish,  Lord, 

And  by  Thy  life  laid  down, 
Grant  that  we  fall  not  from  Thy  grace, 

Xor  cast  away  our  crown! 


409 


S.  M. 


BLEST  are  the  pure  in  heart. 
For  they  shall  see  our  God; 
The  secret  of  the  Lord  is  theirs; 
Their  soul  is  Christ's  abode. 

2  The  Lord,  Who  left  the  heavens 

Our  life  and  peace  to  bring. 
To  dwell  in  lowliness  with  men 
Their  pattern  and  their  King: 

3  He  to  the  lowly  soul 

Doth  still  Himself  impart; 
And  for  His  dwelling  and  Ills  throne 
Chooseth  the  pure  m  heart. 


GENEUAL. 


4  Lord,  we  Thy  i»ivseiKt'  sock; 
May  ours  this  blessinu  be; 
Give  us  a  pure  and  lowly  heart, 
A  temple  meet  for  Thee. 


410 

OHEPHERD,  with  Tliy  tenderest  love, 
►O     Guide  me  to  Thy  fold  abt)ve; 
Let  me  hear  Thy  «j:entle  voice; 
More  antl  more  in  Thee  rejoice; 
From  Thy  fullness  j-race  receive, 
Ever  in  Thy  .Si>irit  live. 

2  Filled  by  Thee  my  cuj)  o'erllows, 
For  Thy  love  no  limit  knows; 
Guardian  an<;els,  ever  ni^di, 
Lead  and  draw  my  soul  on  high: 
Constant  to  my  latest  end, 
Thou  my  footsteps  wilt  attend. 

3  .Jcsu,  with  Thy  presence  blest, 
Death  is  life,  and  labor  rest; 
(iuide  me  while  I  draw  my  breath; 
Guard  me  through  the  gate  of  death, 
And  at  last,  oh,  let  me  stand 

With  the  sheep  at  Thy  right  hand! 


411  1'.  M. 

THE  King  of  love  my  Shepherd  is, 
Whose  goodness  faileth  never; 
1  nothing  lack  if  I  am  His 
And  lie  is  mine  forever. 

2  Wliere  streams  of  living  water  How 

My  ransomed  soul  He  leadeth. 
And,  where  the  verdant  i)astures  grow, 
With  food  celestial  feedeth. 

3  Perverse  and  foolisli  oft  I  strayed, 

Hut  yet  in  love  He  sought  me, 
And  on  His  shoulder  gently  laicl, 
And  home,  rejoicing,  brought  me. 

4  Jn  death's  dark  vale  I  fear  no  ill 

With  Thee,  dear  Lord,  beside  me; 
Thy  rod  and  staff  my  comfort  still. 
Thy  cross  before  tft  guide  me. 

')  Thou  sjiread'st  a  table  in  my  sight; 
Tliy  unction  nraee  h<'stoweth; 
And  oh,  what  transpcut  <»f  delight 
From  Thy  i»ur(!  clialiee  ll<»weth! 
12() 


0  And  so  through  all  the  length  of  days. 

Thy  goodness  faileth  never: 
Good  Shepherd,  may  I  sing  Thy  praise 
Within  Thy  house  forever. 

412  8.G.8.4. 

rpiIE  (iod  of  love  my  Shei)herd  is, 
I       My  gracious,  constant  guide; 

1  shall  not  want,  for  1  am  His: 

In  all  supplied. 

2  In  His  green  iiastures  do  I  feed, 

And  there  lie  down  at  will; 
He  leads  me  in  my  thirsty  need 
By  waters  still. 

3  His  tenderness  restores  my  soul. 

When  sick  and  faint  I  roam; 
Shows  the  right  i)ath  and  makes  me  whole, 
Bearing  me  lK>me. 

4  Yea  I  the  dark  valley  when  I  tread. 

No  evil  will  1  fear; 
Thy  rod  and  staff  dispel  my  dread; 
I  feel  Thee  near. 

6  Thou  spread' St  my  table  'mid  my  foes; 
The  oil  (tf  grace  is  mine; 
My  cup  with  mercy  overflows. 
And  love  divine. 

G  Goodness  and  mercy  all  my  days 
My  constant  song  shall  be. 
Till  heavenly  anthems  till  with  praise 
Eternitv. 

413  8" 

GUIDE  me,  O  Thou  great  Jehovah, 
Pilgrim  through  this  barren  land, 
1  am  weak,  but  Thou  art  migiity: 
Hold  me  with  Thy  powerful  hand. 

2  Oi)en  now  the  crystal  fountains 

Whence  the  living  waters  How; 
Let  the  liery,  clomly  jtillar 

Lead  me  all  my  journi'y  through. 

3  Fee«l  nu'  with  the  heavenly  manna 

In  this  barren  wilderness; 
Be  my  sw(U(l,-'.uid  shield,  and  banner, 
Be  the  Lord  my  Righteousness. 

4  When  I  tread  the  verge  of  Jordan, 

Bid  my  anxious  fears  subside; 
Death  of  death,  and  hell's  destruction. 
Land  me  safe  on  Canaan's  side. 


GENEiLVL. 


414 


8.' 


ClALL  Jehovah  Tliy  salvation, 
I     Kest  beneath  th'  Almighty's  shade, 
In  His  secret  habitation 
Dwell,  and  never  be  dismayed. 

2  There  no  tumult  can  alarm  thee, 

Thou  shalt  dread  no  hidden  snare; 
Guile  nor  violence  can  harm  thee, 
In  eternal  safeguartl  there. 

3  God  shall  charge  His  angel  legions 

AVatch  and  ward  o'er  thee  to  keep: 
Though  thou  walk  through  hostile  regions. 
Though  in  desert  wilds  thou  sleep. 

4  Since,  with  pure  and  firm  affection, 

Thou  on  God  hast  set  Thy  love. 

With  the  wings  of  His  protection. 

He  will  shield  thee  from  above. 

5  Thou  shalt  call  on  Him  in  trouble, 

He  will  hearken.  He  will  save; 
Here  for  grief  reward  thee  double. 
Crown  with  life  beyond  the  grave. 


415 


8.7.8.7.8.8.7. 


A  TOWER  of  strength  our  God  doth  stand, 
A  shield  and  sure  defender: 
True  help  from  all  our  woes  His  hand 

Through  life  doth  freely  render. 
Our  foe  hath  fixed  his  purpose  fell. 
With  might  and  craft  he's  armed  full  Avell, 
On  earth  is  not  his  fellow. 

2  With  force  of  arms  we  nothing  can: 

Full  soon  were  we  o'erridden; 
But  for  us  fights  the  goodly  Man 

Whom  God  Himself  hath  bidden. 
Ask  ye  His  Name  ?     'Tis  Christ  our  Lord, 
The  God  of  Hosts  alone  adored, 

Our  Champion,  none  dare  brave  Him. 

3  Should  hell's  whole  legion  round  us  press, 

All  banded  to  devour  us. 
Yet  this  should  work  us  good  success, 

Xor  fear  e'en  then  o'erpower  us: 
Though  this  world's  prince  look  fierce  and 

bold, 
It  matters  not,  his  doom  is  told, 

A  single  word  can  foil  him. 

127 


4  Our  foes  must  let  the  Word  stand  sure; 

Xo  tlianks  for  this  they're  reai)ing; 
God's  Spirit  in  His  way  secure. 

God's  grace  our  souls  is  keejjing: 
Those  foes  may  spoil  all  earthly  bliss; 
Let  be!  they  win  no  gain  from  this, 

God's  kingdom  still  is  left  us. 

416  CM. 

(\  GOD  of  Bethel,  by  Whose  hand 
vJ      Thy  people  still  are  fed; 
Who  thnmgh  this  weary  pilgrimage 
Hast  all  our  fathers  led: 

2  Our  vows,  our  prayers,  we  now  present 

Before  Thy  tlirone  of  grace: 
God  of  our  fathers,  be  the  God 
Of  their  succeeding  race. 

3  Through  each  perplexing  path  of  life 

Our  wandering  footsteps  guide; 
Give  us  each  day  our  daily  bread. 
And  raiment  fit  provide. 

4  Oh,  spread  Thy  sheltering  wings  around. 

Till  all  our  wanderings  cease. 
And  at  our  Father's  loved  abode 
Our  souls  arrive  in  peace! 

5  Such  blessings  from  Thy  gracious  hand 

Our  humble  prayers  implore; 
And  Thou  shalt  be  our  chosen  God, 
And  portion  evermore. 


417 


c.  M. 


OGOD,  our  help  in  ages  past. 
Our  hope  for  years  to  come. 
Our  shelter  from  the  stormy  blast 
And  our  eternal  home: 

2  Lender  the  shadow  of  Thy  throne 

Thy  saints  have  dwelt  secure; 
Sutticient  is  Thine  arm  alone. 
And  our  defence  is  sure. 

3  Before  the  hills  in  order  stood. 

Or  earth  received  her  frame, 
From  everlasting  Thcni  art  God, 
To  endless  years  the  same. 

4  A  thousand  ages  in  Thy  sight 

Are  like  an  evening  gone; 
Short  as  the  watch  that  ends  the  night 
Before  the  risinu"  sun. 


GENERAL. 


Time,  like  an  evei-iDllinj^  stream, 

Bears  all  its  sons  away; 
They  tiy,  fi)r*;otten,  as  a  dream 

Dies  at  the  opening  day. 

O  God,  our  help  in  ages  past, 
(^)ur  hope  for  years  to  come, 

Be  Thou  our  guide  while  life  shall  last, 
And  our  eternal  home. 


418 


.5.8.8.5.5. 


J 


Esr,  still  lead  on, 


And,  although  the  way  be  cheerless, 
We  will  follow  calm  and  fearless; 

(iuide  us  by  Thy  hand. 

To  our  Fatherland. 

If  the  way  be  drear, 

If  the  foe  be  near. 
Let  not  faithless  fears  o'ertake  us, 
Let  not  faith  and  hope  forsake  us; 

For  through  many  a  woe 

To  our  home  we  go. 

When  we  seek  relief 

From  a  long-felt  grief: 
AVhen  temptations  come  alluring, 
Make  us  patient  and  enduring; 

Show  us  that  bright  shore 

Where  we  weep  no  more. 

Jesu,  still  lead  on. 

Till  our  rest  be  won: 
Heavenly  Leader,  still  direct  us. 
Still  sui)port,  console,  protect  us, 

Till  we  safely  stand 

In  our  Fatherland. 


419 


LEAD  us,  heavenly  Father,  lead  us 
O'er  the  world's  tempestuous  sea; 
Guard  us,  guide  us.  keep  us,  feed  us. 
For  we  have  net  help  but  Tiiee: 
Vet  i>ossessing 
p:very  blessing, 
If  our  (iod  our  Father  be. 

Savi<»ur,  breathe  forgiveness  o'er  us; 
All  our  weakness  Th<)U  dost  know; 
Thou  didst  tread  this  earth  before  us; 
Thou  <li<lst  feel  its  keenest  woe; 
Lone  and  dreary, 
Faint  and  wi-ary, 
Through  the  desert  Tb..u  <li(Ut  'u*. 

1-J8 


3  Spirit  of  our  GikI,  descendinu". 

Fill  our  hearts  with  heavenly  joy; 
Love  with  every  i>assion  blendinu. 
Pleasure  that  can  never  cloy: 
Thus  i»ntvided, 
Pardoned,  guided. 
Nothing  can  our  peace  destroy. 


420  lOs. 

LEAD  us.  O  Father!  in  the  paths  of  peace; 
J    Without  Thy  guiding  hand  we  go  astray. 
And  doubts  api)al,  and  sorrows  still  increase; 
Lead  us  through  Christ,  the  true  and  liv- 
ing Way. 

2  Lead  us,  O  Father!  in  the  jtaths  of  truth; 

Unhelped   by  Thee,  in   error's   maze   wc 

grope, 
While   passion   stains,  and    folly  dims  our 

youth, 
And    age   comes   on,   uncheered  by  faith 

and  hope. 

3  Lead  us,  O  Father!  in  the  paths  of  right; 

Blindly  we  stumble  when  we  walk  alone, 
Involved  in  shadows  of  a  darksome  night. 
Only  with  Thee  we  journey  safely  on. 

4  Lead  us,  O  Father!  to  Thy  heavenly  rest, 

However  n)Ugh  and  steep  the  jtalh  may  be. 
Through  joy  or  sorrow,   as   Thou  deemc>; 
best, 
Until  our  lives  are  perfected  in  Thee. 


7.  421  i*-^f- 

LEAD,  kindly  Light,  ami.l  the  encircling 
gloom. 

Lead  Thou  me  on! 
The  night  is  dark,  and  I  am  far  from  lu»me, 

Lead  Thou  me  (»n! 
Keep  Thou  my  feet!  I  do  not  ask  to  see 
The  distant  scene;  one  step  enough  for  mc 


2  I  was  not  ever  thus,  nor  prayed  that  Thou 
I  Shouldsl  lead  nu'  on; 

I  loved  to  ciu.ose  and  see  my  path;  but  now 

Lead  'i'iiou  nu'  on! 
1  loved  the  garish  day;  and,  spite  of  fears. 
IMide  ruled   my   will:    renu'inber    Ji(»t    past 
1  years. 


GENEKAL. 


;>  So  loii.u'  Tliy  power  has  blest  me,  sure  it  still 
\Vill  lead  me  on 
O'er  moor  and  fen,  o'er  crajLi'  aud  torrent,  till 

The  ni.uiit  is  gone; 
And  with  the  morn  those  angel  faces  smile, 
Which  I   have  loved   long   since,   and    lost 
awhile. 

422  8s. 

O  LIGHT,  Whose  beams  illumine  all 
From  twilight  dawn  to  perfect  day, 
Shine  Thou  before  the  shadows  fall, 

That  lead  our  wandering  feet  astray: 
At  morn  and  eve  Thy  radiance  pour. 
That  youth  may  love,  and  age  adore. 

2  O  Way,  through  AVliom  our  souls  draw  near 

To  yon  eternal  home  of  peace. 
Where  perfect  love  shall  cast  out  fear. 

And  earth's  vain  toil  and  wandering  cease; 
In  strength  or  weakness  may  we  see 
Our    heavenward    path,    O    Lord,   through 
Thee. 

3  O  Truth,  before  Whose  shrine  we  bow, 

Thou  priceless  pearl  for  all  who  seek, 
To  Thee  our  earliest  strength  we  vow; 

Thy  love  will  bless  the  pure  and  meek; 
When  dreams  or  mists  beguile  our  sight. 
Turn  Thou  our  darkness  into  light. 

4  O  Life,  the  well  that  ever  flows 

To  slake  the  thirst  of  those  that  faint, 
Thy  power  to  bless,  what  seraph  knows  '? 

Thy  joy  supreme,  what  words  can  paint? 
In  earth's  last  hour  of  fleeting  breath 
Be  Thou  our  conqueror  over  death. 

5  O  Light,  O  AVay,  O  Truth,  O  Life, 

O  Jesus,  born  inankiud  to  save. 
Give  Thou  Thy  peace  in  deadliest  strife; 

Shed  Thou  Thy  calm  on  stormiest  wave; 
Be  Thou  our  hope,  our  joy,  our  dread. 
Lord  of  the  living  and  the  dead. 


:]  Thou  art  the  Life,  the  rending  tomb 
Proclaims  Thy  conciuering  arm; 
And  those  who  put  their  trust  in  Tlic( 
Nor  death  nor  hell  shall  liai  in. 

4  Thou  art  the  Way,  the  Truth,  the  Lift 
Grant  us  that  way  to  know, 
That  truth  to  keep,  that  life  to  win. 
Whose  joys  eternal  flow. 


424 


CM. 


^TTE  walk  by  faith,  and  not  by  sight; 

V  V       No  gracious  words  we  hear 
From  Him  Who  spake  as  man  ne'er  spake; 
But  we  believe  Him  near. 

2  We  may  not  touch  His  hands  and  side, 
Nor  follow  where  He  trod; 
But  in  His  promise  we  rejoice, 
Aud  cry,  "  My  Lord  and  God!" 

o  Help  then,  O  Lord,  our  unbelief; 
And  may  oitr  faith  abound, 
To  call  on  Thee  when  Thou  art  near, 
Aud  seek  where  Thou  art  found: 

4  That,  when  our  life  of  faith  is  done. 
In  realms  of  clearer  light 
We  may  behold  Thee  as  Thou  art, 
With  full  and  endless  sight. 


425 


CM. 


423 


CM. 


mnOU  art  the  Way,  to  Thee  alone 
JL     From  sin  and  death  we  flee; 
And  he  who  would  the  Father  seek, 
Must  seek  Him,  Lord,  by  Thee. 

2  Thou  art  the  Truth,  Thy  word  alone 
True  wisdom  can  impart; 
Thou  only  canst  inform  the  mind 
And  i)urify  the  heart. 
.  129 


GOD  moves  in  a  mysterious  way 
His  wonders  to  perform : 
He  plants  His  footsteps  in  the  sea. 
And  rides  upon  the  storm. 

2  Deep  in  unfathomable  mines. 
With  never-failing  skill. 
He  treasures  u]^  His  bright  designs. 
And  works  His  sovereign  will. 

.3  Ye  fearful  saints,  fresh  courage  take 
The  clouds  ye  so  much  dread 
Are  big  with  mercy,  and  shall  break 
In  blessings  on  your  head. 

4  .Judge  not  the  Lord  by  feeble  sense, 
But  trust  Him  for  His  grace; 
Behind  a  frowning  providence 
He  hides  a  smiling  face. 


GEXEKAL. 


5  His  i)nri)osos  ^vill  riiion  fast, 
Unfoldiiii:  every  hour: 
The  Imd  may  have  a  hitter  taste, 
But  sweet  will  he  the  tlower. 

C  Blind  iinhelief  is  sine  to  err. 
And  sean  His  work  in  vain; 
God  is  His  own  interpreter. 
And  He  w  ill  make  it  i)lain. 


426 


L.  M. 

OTHOU,  Who  hast  at  Thy  command 
The  hearts  of  all  men  in  Thy  hand, 
Our  wayward,  errin<,^  hearts  incline 
To  have  no  other  will  but  Thine. 

2  Our  wishes,  our  desires,  control; 
Mold  every  purpose  of  the  soul ; 
O'er  all  may  we  victorious  prove 
That  stands  between  us  and  Thy  love. 

3  Thrice  blest  will  all  our  blessino^s  be, 
When  we  can  look  through  them  to  Thee; 
When  each  <ilad  heart  its  tribute  pays 

Of  love,  and  gratitude,  and  praise. 

4  And  while  we  to  Thy  <;lory  live, 
May  we  to  Thee  all  glory  give, 
T'ntil  the  tinal  sunnnons  come. 

That  calls  Thy  willing  servants  home. 


428 


Ksr.  Thou  joy  of  loving  hearts  I 

Thou  F()unt  of  life !  Thou  Light  c 
•m  the  best  bliss  that  earth  impar 
^e  turn  unlilled  to  Thee  again. 

r  truth  nncliiinocfl  b:itb  n\-t^y  <it<»i^< 


L.  M. 

of  men! 
rts 


2  Thy  truth  unchanged  hath  ever  stood; 

Thou  savest  th<»se  that  on  Thee  call; 
To  them  that  seek  Thee,  Thou  art  good, 
To  them  that  tiud  Thee,  all  in  all. 

3  We  taste  Thee,  O  Thou  living  Bread! 

And  long  to  feast  ui)on  Thee  still; 
We  drink  of  Thee,  the  Fountain  Head, 
And  thirst  from  Thee  our  souls  to  till. 

4  Our  restless  spirits  yearn  for  Thee, 

Where'er  our  changeful  lot  is  cast; 
Glad,  when  Thy  gracious  smile  we  see. 
Blest,  when  our  faith  can  hold  Thee  fast. 

5  O  Jesu,  ever  with  us  stay ! 

Make  all  our  moments  calm  and  bright! 
Chase  the  dark  night  of  sin  away! 
Shed  o'er  the  world  Thv  holy  light! 


429 


OLOVE  that  casts  out  fear, 
O  love  that  casts  out  sin. 
Tarry  no  more  without, 

But  come  and  dwell  within! 


6s. 


427 


CM. 


MY  God,  accept  my  heart  this  day 
And  make  it  always  Thine, 
That  I  from  'i'liee  no  more  may  stray 
No  more  from  Thee  decline. 

2  Before  the  cross  of  Him  Who  died, 

Behold,  I  i)rostrate  fall; 

Let  every  sin  l)e  ciucified. 

And  Christ  be  all  in  all. 

3  Anoint  me  witli  Thy  heavenly  grace 

And  seal  me  foi-  Thine  own: 
That  1  may  see  Thy  glorious  face, 
And  worship  near  Thy  throne. 


.rk. 


nid  woid 


4  Let  every  thought,  and  w 
To  Thee  be  ever  given; 
Then  life  shall  l»e  'J'hy  service,  Lord, 
And  jjeath  the  gate  of  heaven! 
130 


2  True  sunlight  of  the  soul, 

Surround  us  as  we  go; 
So  shall  our  way  be  safe, 
Our  feet  no  straying  know. 

3  Great  love  of  God  come  in! 

Well-spring  of  heavenly  peace: 
Thou  Living  Water,  come! 
Spring  up,  and  never  cease. 

4  Love  of  the  living  God, 

Of  Fatlier  and  of  Son; 
Love  of  the  Holy  (Jhost, 
Fill  Thou  each  needy  one. 


430  87. 

LOVE  divine,  all  love  excelling, 
Joy  of  heaven,  to  earth  «-ome  down  ! 
Fix  in  us  Thy  humble  dwelling. 
All  Thy  faithful  mercies  crown. 


GEXKILVL. 


2  Jesus,  Thou  art  all  c<>ini)assi(>n, 

Pure,  unbounded  love  Thou  art; 
Visit  us  with  Thy  salvation, 
Enter  every  trembling  heart. 

3  Come,  almighty  to  deliver, 

Let  us  all  Thy  life  receive; 
Come  to  us,  dear  Lord,  and  never. 
Never  more  Thy  temples  leave. 

4  Thee  we  would  be  alway  blessing; 

8erve  Thee  as  Thy  hosts  above; 
Pray,  and  praise  Thee  without  ceasing; 
Glory  in  Thy  perfect  love. 

5  Finish  then  Thy  new  creation, 

Pure  and  spotless  let  us  be: 

Let  us  see  our  whole  salvation, 

Perfectly  secured  in  Thee: 

6  Changed  from  glory  into  glory, 

Till  in  heaven  we  take  our  place: 

Till  we  cast  our  crowns  before  Thee, 

Lost  in  wonder,  love,  and  praise. 

431  c.  M. 

HOW  sweet  the  Xame  of  Jesus  sounds 
In  a  believer's  ear! 
It  soothes  our  sorrows,  heals  our  wounds, 
And  drives  away  our  fear. 

2  It  makes  the  wounded  spirit  whole. 

And  calms  the  troubled  breast: 
'Tis  manna  to  the  hungry  soul. 
And  to  the  weary  rest. 

3  Dear  Xame,  the  rock  on  which  I  build, 

My  shield  and  hiding-place, 
My  never-failing  treasury,  tilled 
With  boundless  stores  of  grace. 

4  Jesus!  my  Shepherd,  Guardian,  Friend, 

My  Prophet,  Priest,  and  King, 
My  Lord,  my  Life,  my  Way,  my  End, 
Accept  the  praise  I  bring. 

5  Weak  is  the  effort  of  my  heart. 

And  cold  my  warmest  thouglit: 
But  when  I  see  Thee  as  Thou  art, 
I'll  praise  Thee  as  I  ought. 

6  Till  then  I  would  Thy  love  proclaim 

With  every  fleeting  breath : 
And  may  the  music  of  Thy  Xame 
Refresh  my  soul  in  death. 
131 


432 


('.  M. 


JE.Sr,  the  very  thought  of  'i'hee 
With  sweetness  tills  the  ])reast; 
But  sweeter  far  Thy  face  to  see. 
And  in  Thy  presence  rest. 

X'o  voice  can  sing,  no  heart  can  frame, 

Xor  can  the  memory  tind, 
A  sweeter  sound  than  Jesus'  X'ame, 

The  ISaviour  of  mankind. 

O  hope  of  every  contrite  heart, 

O  joy  of  all  the  meek. 
To  those  who  fall,  how  kind  Thou  art! 

How  good  to  those  who  seek ! 


4  But  what  to  those  who  find  ?     Ah 

X'or  tongue  nor  pen  can  show; 
The  love  of  Jesus,  what  it  is 
None  but  His  loved  ones  know. 

5  Jesu,  our  only  joy  be  Thou, 

As  Thou  our  prize  wilt  be: 
In  Thee  be  all  our  glory  now, 
And  through  eteruitv. 


th 


433 


CM. 


ETERX'AL  God !  we  look  to  Thee, 
To  Thee  for  help  we  fly; 
Thine  eye  alone  our  wants  can  see, 
Thy  hand  alone  supply. 

2  Lord!  let  Thy  fear  within  us  dwell, 

Thy  love  our  footsteps  guide: 
That  love  will  all  vain  love  expel; 
That  fear  all  fear  beside. 

3  Not  what  we  wish,  but  what  we  want, 

Oh,  let  Thy  grace  sui)ply! 
The  good  unasked  in  mercy  grant ; 
The  ill,  though  asked,  deny. 


434 

LABORIX'Cr  and  heavy  laden. 
Wanting  help  in  time  of  need. 
Fainting  by  the  way  from  hunger, 
"Bread  of  life!"  on  Thee  we  feed. 

2  Thirsting  for  the  springs  of  waters 
That,  by  love's  eternal  law. 
From  the  stricken  Rock  are  flowing, 
"Well  of  life!"  from  Thee  we  draw. 


8.7. 


GEN  Ell  AL. 


;3  In  the  land  «»f  cloutl  and  shadow, 
Where  no  human  eye  can  see, 
Liirlit  to  those  who  sit  in  darkness, 
'•  i.iuht  of  life!"   we  walk  in  Thee. 

4  Thou  the  prrace  of  life  supplyini:, 
Th(»u  tlie  erown  oi  life  wilt  give; 
Dead  ti»  sin,  and  daily  dyinji, 
••  Life  of  life'."'  in  Thee  we  live. 


435 


'.(J. 


C10ME  unto  Me,  ye  weary, 
/     And  1  will  give  you  rest.'' 
Oh,  blessed  voice  of  Jesus, 

Which  ciunes  to  hearts  uppresti 
It  tells  of  benediction, 

Vi  pardon,  grace,  and  peace, 
Of  joy  that  hath  no  ending. 
Of  love  that  cannot  cease. 

"  Come  unto  ^le,  yo  wanderers, 

And  I  will  give  you  light." 
Oh,  loving  voice  of  Jesus, 

Which  comes  to  cheer  the  night! 
Our  hearts  were  tilled  with  sadness, 

And  we  had  lost  our  way, 
But  He  has  brought  us  gladness, 

And  songs  at  break  of  day. 

;  "Come  unto  Me,  ye  fainting. 

And  I  will  give  you  life." 
Oh,  cheering  voice  of  Jesus, 

Which  comes  to  aid  our  strife! 
The  foe  is  stern  and  eager. 

The  tight  is  lierce  and  long; 
But  Thou  hast  made  us  mighty. 

And  stronger  than  the  strong. 

4  "And  whosoever  Cometh, 

1  will  not  cast  him  out." 
Oh,  welcome  voice  of  Jesus, 

Which  drives  away  our  doubt! 
Which  calls  us,  very  sinners. 

Unworthy  though  we  be 
Of  love  so  free  and  boundless, 

To  come,  O  Lord,  to  'riu-e. 


436 


»ve 


S1N(..  iiiv  >oril.  His  wondrous  1( 
Who,*fr<»m  yon  bright  throne  above 
Ev<'r  watchful  o'er  our  race, 
Still  to  mm  extends  Jlis  grace. 


2  Heaven  and  earth  by  Him  were  macU 
All  is  by  His  scepter  swayed; 
What  are  we  that  He  should  show 
.So  much  love  to  us  below  ? 

:]  (rod,  the  merciful  and  good, 

Bought  us  with  the  .Saviour's  blood; 
And,  to  make  our  safety  sure, 
Guides  us  by  His  Spirit  pure. 

4  Sing,  my  soul,  adore  His  Name! 
Let  His  gl(»ry  be  tliy  tlieme: 
I'raise  Him  till  He  calls  thee  home; 
Trust  His  love  for  all  to  come. 


437  c.  M. 

OH,  for  a  thousand  tongues  to  sing 
My  blest  Bedeemer's  praise. 
The  glories  of  my  God  and  King, 
The  triumphs  of  His  grace! 

2  Jesus,  the  Name  that  charms  our  fears, 
That  bids  our  sorrows  cease ; 
"Tis  music  in  the  sinner  s  ears, 
"Tis  life,  and  health,  and  peace. 

G  He  speaks;  and  listening  to  His  voice. 
New  life  the  dead  receive. 
The  mournful,  broken  hearts  rejoice. 
The  humble  poor  believe. 

4  Hear  Him,  ye  deaf;  His  praise,  ye  dumb, 
Your  loosened  tongues  emi)loy; 
Ye  blind,  behold  your  Saviiuir  come- 
And  leap,  ye  lame,  for  joy ! 


,')  ^[y  gracious  :Master  and  my  (^od, 
Assist  me  to  i)roclaim 
And  si)read  through  all  the  earth 
The  honors  of  Tliy  Name. 


438 


ibroad 


8. 


Ts. 


SAVIOUB,  source  of  every  blessing. 
Tune  my  heart  to  grateful  lays: 
Streams  of  mercy,  never  ceasiui-, 
Call  for  ceaseless  songs  of  praise. 

2  Teach  me  some  melodious  measure, 
Sung  bv  rai>tured  saints  above; 
Fill  mv  sold  with  sacred  jdeasure. 
While  1  sing  redeeming  love. 


GEXKKAL. 


:"j  Tlioii  didst  seek  me  when  a  stran«rer, 
Waiuleiinu"  tioni  the  tV)ld  oi  God; 
Them  to  save  iny  soul  from  danuer, 
Didst  redeem  me  with  Thy  blood. 

4  By  Thy  hand  restored,  defended, 

Safe  throiiLili  life  thus  far  I've  come 
Safe.  O  Lord,  when  life  is  ended. 
Bring  me  to  my  heavenly  home. 


In  Thee  all  fullness  dwelleth. 

All  grace  and  jtower  divine: 
The  ulory  that  exeelleth. 

O  Son  »tf  (rod.  is  Thine: 
^Ve  worshii*  Thee,  we  hie: 


Thee, 


439 


8 


LORD,  with  glowing  heart  I'd  praise  Thee 
For  the  bliss  Thy  love  bestows. 
For  the  pardoning  grace  that  saves  me. 

And  the  peace  that  from  it  tiows: 
Ilelji,  O  God.  my  weak  endeavor; 
This  dull  soul  to  rapture  raise: 
Thou  must  light  the  flame,  or  never 
Can  my  love  be  warmed  to  praise. 

Pr;iise,  my  soul,  the  God  that  sought  thee, 

Wretched  wanderer,  far  astray: 
F(»und  thee  lost,  and  kindly  brought  thee 

From  the  paths  of  death  away: 
Praise,  with  love's  devoutest  feeling 

Him  Who  saw  thy  guilt-born  fear, 
And,  the  light  of  hope  revealing. 

Bade  the  blood-stained  cross  appear. 

Lord,  this  bosom's  ardent  feeling 

Vainly  would  my  lips  express: 
Low  before  Thy  footstool  kneeling. 

Deign  Thy  suppliant's  prayer  to  bless: 
Let  Thy  grace,  my  soul's  chief  treasure, 

Love's  pure  flame  within  me  raise; 
And,  since  words  can  never  measure, 

Let  my  life  show  forth  Thy  praise. 


To  Thee,  ()  Christ,  we  sing: 
We  i)raise  Thee,  and  confess  Thee 
Our  glorious  Lord  and  King. 

Oh.  grant  the  consummation 

of  this  our  song  above. 
In  endless  adoration. 
And  everlasting  love! 

Then  shall  we  i)raise  and  bless  Thee 

\Vhere  ])erfect  praises  ring, 
And  evermore  confess  Thee 
Our  Saviour  and  our  King. 


441 


Gs. 


440 


-.6. 


SAVIOUB. 


(\  .s^w  iUL  ic.  precious  saviour, 
_7      Whom  yet  unseen  we  love  I 
O  Xame  of  might  and  favor, 
All  other  names  above  I 

We  worship  Thee,  we  bless  Thee, 

To  Thee,  O  Christ.  Ave  sing; 
We  praise  Thee,  and  confess  Thee 
Our  holy  Lord  and  King, 

O  bringer  of  salvation. 

Who  wondrously  hast  wrought, 
Thyself  the  revelation 

Of  love  beyond  our  thought; 
We  worship  Thee,  we  bless  Thee, 

To  Thee.  O  Christ,  we  sing: 
We  praise  Thee,  and  confess  Thee 
Our  gracious  Lord  and  King. 
133 


"^T^HEX  morning  gilds  the  skies, 

T  T        My  heart  awaking  cries. 
May  .Jesus  Christ  be  praised: 

Alike  at  work  and  prayer 

To  .Jesus  I  repair: 

May  Jesus  Christ  be  praised  I 

2  Whene'er  the  sweet  church  bell 
Peals  over  hill  and  dell, 

May  Jesus  Christ  be  praised : 
Oh,  hark  to  what  it  sings, 
As  joyously  it  rings. 

May  Jesus  Christ  be  praised  I 

3  My  tongue  shall  never  tire 
Of  chauting  with  the  choir. 

May  Jesus  Christ  be  praised: 
This  song  of  sacred  joy. 
It  never  seems  to  cloy. 

May  Jesus  Christ  be  praised 

4  When  sleep  her  balm  denies. 
My  silent  spirit  sighs, 

May  Jesus  Christ  be  praised: 
When  evil  thoughts  molest. 
With  this  I  shield  my  breast. 

May  Jesus  Christ  be  praised  I 

5  Does  sadness  fill  my  mind  "? 
A  solace  here  I  find, 

May  Jesus  Christ  be  praised: 
Or  fades  my  earthly  Idiss  ? 
My  comfort  still  is  this. 

May  Jesus  Christ  be  praised! 


CrEXEivA^ 


C  The  ui^ht  becomes  as  day. 
When  from  the  heart  we  say, 

May  .Jesus  Christ  be  praised: 
Tlie  powers  of  darkness  fear, 
AVheu  this  sweet  chaut  they  hear, 
May  Jesus  Christ  be  praised! 

7  In  heaven's  eternal  bliss 
The  loveliest  strain  is  this, 

May  Jesus  Christ  be  praised: 
Let  earth,  and  sea,  and  sky 
From  depth  to  hei^iht  rei)ly, 

May  Jesus  Christ  be  praised  I 

8  Be  this,  while  life  is  mine, 
My  canticle  divine, 

May  Jesus  Christ  be  i)raised: 
Be  this  the  eternal  sonu- 
Throu<j:h  apjes  all  alonii. 

May  Jesus  Christ  be  i)raisedl 


442  G.G.4.6.G.G.4. 

O  IIEPIIEBD  of  tender  youth, 
O     Guidin<;  in  love  and  truth 

Throu^ih  devious  ways; 
Christ  our  triumphant  King, 
"We  come  Thy  Name  to  sing; 
Hither  our  cliildren  bring 

Tributes  of  praise. 

2  Thou  art  our  lioiv  Lord, 
The  all-subduing  Word, 

Healer  of  strife: 
Thou  didst  Tliyself  abase. 
That  from  sin's  deep  disgrace 
Th(»u  mightest  save  our  race, 

And  give  us  life. 

3  Thou  art  the  great  High  Piiest; 
Thou  hast  i)re])ared  the  feast 

Of  heavenly  love; 
While  in  our  moital  i)ain 
None  calls  <ni  Thee  in  vain; 
Help  Thou  dost  not  disdain. 

Help  from  above. 

4  Ever  be  Thou  our  guide. 
Our  shepherd  and  our  ju  i<lc, 

Our  staff  an<l  song: 
Jesus,  Thou  (luist  of  (iod, 
By  Thy  jx-rennial  word 
Lead  us  when;  Thou  hast  trod, 

Make  our  f.iith  strong. 
134 


5  So  now,  and  till  we  die, 
Sound  we  Thy  i)raises  high, 

And  joyful  sing. 
Let  all  the  holy  tlirong 
Wlu)  to  Thy  ciiurch  belong, 
Unite  and  swell  the  song 

To  Christ  our  Kiuu! 


443 


CM. 


CIOME,  let  us  join  our  cheerful  songs 
I     With  angels  round  the  throne! 
Ten  thousand  thousand  are  their  tongues, 
But  all  their  joys  are  one. 

2  "Worthy  the  Lamb  that  died,""  they  cry, 
"To  be  exalted  thus:"" 

"Worthy  the  Lamb,"  our  lips  reply. 
For  He  was  slain  for  us. 

3  Jesus  is  worthy  to  receive 

Honor  and  power  divine; 
And  blessings  more  than  we  can  give, 
Be,  Lord,  forever  Thine. 

4  Lit  all  that  dwell  above  the  sky. 

And  air,  and  earth,  and  seas, 
Consi)ire  to  lift  Thy  glories  high, 
And  speak  Thine  endless  praise! 

h  The  whole  creation  join  in  one 
To  bless  the  sacre<l  Name 
Of  Him  that  sits  upon  the  throne. 
And  to  adore  the  Lamb. 


444 


L.  M. 

CIOME,  let  us  sing  the  song  of  songs! 
I     The  saints  in  lieaven  began  the  strain: 
The  homage  which  to  Christ  belongs: 
"Worthy  the  Lamb,  for  He  was  slain!" 

2  Slain  to  redeem  us  by  His  blood, 

To  cleanse  from  every  sinful  stain. 
And  make  us  kings  and  i>riests  to  (iod: 
"  Worthy  tlie  Lamb,  lor  He  was  slain!"' 

3  To  Him  Who  sulYercd  on  the  tree. 

Our  Studs,  at  His  souls  price,  t()  gain, 
Blessing,  and  i)raise,  and  glory  be: 
"Worthy  the  Land*,  f(tr  He  was  slain!'' 

4  To  Him,  enthroned  by  filial  right, 

All  ])ower  in  heaven  and  earth  proclaim, 
H<»nor,  and  ma  jest  v.  and  miuht: 
'•  Worthv  the  Lamb,  f^.r  Hewas  slain!" 


GEXEKAL. 


5  Lon<i"  as  we  live,  and  when  we  die, 

And  while  in  heaven  with  Him  we  reign: 
This  son*;,  our  song-  of  songs  shall  be: 
••  Worthy  the  Lamb,  for  He  was  slain!" 


Lord,  obediently  we  go, 
(iladly  leaving  all  below; 
Only  Thou  our  lA^ader  be, 
And  we  still  will  follow  Thee. 


445 


CM.  447 


CM. 


ALL  hail  the  power  of  Jesus'  Xame! 
Let  angels  prostrate  fall ; 
Bring  forth  the  royal  diadem. 
And  erown  Him  Lord  of  all! 

2  Crown  Him,  ye  martyrs  of  our  God, 

Who  from  His  altar  call: 
Extol  the  !Stem  of  Jesse's  rod, 
And  crown  Him  Lord  of  all! 

3  Hail  Him,  the  Heir  of  David's  line, 

Whom  David,  Lord  did  call; 

The  God  incarnate!  Man  divine! 

And  crown  Him  Lord  of  all ! 

4  Ye  seed  of  Israel's  chosen  race, 

Ye  ransomed  of  the  fall, 
Hail  Him  Who  saves  you  by  His  grace, 
And  crown  Him  Lord  of  all! 

5  Sinners,  whose  love  can  ne'er  forget 

The  wormwood  and  the  gall. 
Go,  spread  your  trophies  at  His  feet, 
And  crown  Him  Lord  of  all ! 

G  Let  every  kindred,  every  tribe. 
Before  Him  prostrate  fall! 
To  Him  all  majesty  ascribe. 
And  crown  Him  Lord  of  all! 


446 


CHILDEEX  of  the  heavenly  King, 
As  ye  journey,  sweetly  sing! 
Sing  your  Saviour's  worthy  praise, 
Glorious  in  His  works  and  ways ! 

2  We  are  travelling  home  to  God, 
In  the  way  the  fathers  trod : 
They  are  happy  now,  and  we 
Soon  their  happiness  shall  see. 

3  Lift  your  eyes,  ye  sons  of  light! 
Sion's  city  is  in  sight: 

There  our  endless  home  shall  be. 
There  our  Lord  we  soon  shall  see. 

4  Fear  not,  brethren !     Joyful  stand 
On  the  borders  of  your  land ; 
Jesus  Christ,  your  Father's  Son, 
Bids  you  undismayed  go  on. 

135 


PRAISE  to  the  Holiest  in  the  height 
And  in  the  dei)th  be  i)raise; 
In  all  His  words  most  wonderful. 
Most  sure  in  all  His  ways. 

2  O  loving  wisdom  of  our  God! 

When  all  was  sin  and  shame, 
A  second  Adam  to  the  light 
And  to  the  rescue  came. 

3  O  wisest  love!  that  flesh  and  blood, 

Which  did  in  Adam  fail, 
Shoidd  strive  afresh  against  their  foe 
Should  strive  and  should  jnevail: 

4  And  that  a  higher  gift  than  grace 

Should  flesh  and  blood  refine; 
God's  presence  and  His  very  self. 
And  essence  all-divine. 

5  O  generous  love !  that  He,  Who  smote 

In  Man  for  man  the  foe; 
The  double  agony  in  Man 
For  man  should  undergo; 

6  And  in  the  garden  secretly. 

And  on  the  cross  on  high, 
Should  teach  His  brethren,  and  inspire 
To  suffer  and  to  die. 

7  Praise  to  the  Holiest  in  the  height. 

And  in  the  depth  be  praise; 
In  all  His  words  most  wonderful, 
Most  sure  in  all  His  ways. 

448  L.  Ji. 

LIFT  up  your  heads,  ye  mighty  gates! 
Behold,  the  King  of  glory  waits; 
The  King  of  kings  is  drawing  near; 
The  Saviour  of  the  world  is  here. 

2  The  Lord  is  just,  a  helper  tried; 
Mercy  is  ever  at  His  side; 

His  kingly  crown  is  holiness; 
His  scei)ter,  pity  in  distress. 

3  Oh,  blest  the  land,  the  city  blest, 
"Where  Christ  the  Buler  is  contest ! 
Oh,  ha])py  hearts  and  hai)i)y  homes 
To  whoin  this  King  of  triiunph  comes  I 


GENEKAL. 


4  Flinji  wide  the  jKUtals  oi  your  heart  I 
Make  it  a  temple,  set  apart 

From  eartlily  use  for  heaven's  emi)h)y, 
Adoruecl  with  i)rayer  ami  love  ami  joy 

5  Redeemer,  eouie!  I  ojten  wide 

My  heart  to  Thee:  here.  Lord,  abide  1 
J.et  me  Thy  inner  presence  feel: 
Thv  uraee  and  love  in  me  reveal. 


C  So  (  ome,  my  Sovereij^nl  enter  in  I 
Let  new  and  nobk-r  life  be*iinl 
Thy  Holy  Sjtint  <;ni(Ie  us  on, 
Until  the  jilorious  crown  be  won! 

449  L.  M.  1). 

0(;0D  of  (;od!  O  Lioht  of  Liiilit! 
Thou  Prince  of  peace,  Thou  King  of 
kin<,^s. 
To  Thee,  where  an<iels  know  no  niuiit, 
The  song-  of  i)raise  forever  rings: 
To  Him  Who  sits  upon  the  throne, 

The  Lamb  once  slain  for  sinful  men, 
Be  honor,  might;  all  by  Him  won; 
Glory  and  praise!  Amen.  Amen. 

2  Deep  in  the  Proi)hets'  sacred  page, 

(irand  in  the  ])oets'  winged  word. 
Slowly  in  tyi)e,  from  age  to  age, 
Nations  beheld  their  coming  Lord; 
Till  through  the  deej)  .ludean  night 
Kang    out  the    song    "Good-will   to 
nu'U !"' 
Ilymiu'd  by  the  first-born  sons  of  light. 
Ke-echoed  now,  ''  Good-will !"  Amen. 

3  That  life  of  truth,  those  deeds  of  love. 

That  death  of  i)ain,  'mid  hate  and  scorn; 
These  all  are  i)ast,  and  now  above. 

He  reigns  our  King!   once  crowned  with 
thorn. 
Lift  uj)  your  heads,  ye  heavenly  gates. 
So  sang  His  hosts,  unheaid  by  men: 
Lift  up  your  heads,  for  you  He  waits. 
We  lift  them  up!  Amen,  Amen! 

4  Nations  afar,  in  ignorance  deep: 

Isles  of  the  sea,  where  darkness  lay; 
These  hear  His  voice,  they  wake  from  sleep. 
And  thiong  with  joy  the  upward  way. 
Thev    (TV  with    lis,    "Send    forth    Thy 
'light.'' 
O  Lamlt,  once  slain  for  sinful  men; 
Burst  Satan's  b(»nds,  <)  (iod  of  might, 
Set  all  men  free!  Anten,  Anu-n! 


Sing  to  the  Lord  a  glorious  song. 

Sing  to  His  Name,  His  love  forth  tell: 
Sing  on,  heaven's  hosts.  His  ])raise  juolong: 
Sing,  ye  who  now  on  earth  do  dwell: 
Worthy  the  Lamb  for  sinners  slain. 
From  angels,  praise;  and  thanks  from 
men: 
Wtuthy  the  Lamb,  enthroned  to  reign, 
Glory  and  i>ower!  Amen,  Amen! 


450 


CM. 


rpHOI',  God,  all  glory,  honor,  i)ower, 
JL      Art  wortliy  to  receive: 
Since  all  things  by  Thy  i>ower  were  made, 
And  bv  Thv  bountv  live. 


2  And  wortliy  is  the  Lamb  all  i»ower. 
Honor,  and  wealth  to  gain. 
Glory  and  strength;  Who  for  our  sins 
A  sacrifice  was  slain. 

:>  All  worthy  Thou,  Who  hast  redeemed 
And  ransomed  us  to  (rod. 
From  every  nation,  every  coast. 
By  Thy  most  precious  blood. 

4  Blessing  and  honor,  glory,  power, 
]iy  all  in  earth  and  heaven. 
To  Him  that  sits  upon  the  throne. 
And  to  the  Lamb,  be  uiven. 


451 


G.G.6.6.8.8. 

KEJOICE,  the  Lord  is  King! 
Your  Lord  and  King  adore! 
Mortals,  give  thanks  and  sing. 
And  triumi)h  evermore: 
Lift  up  your  heart !  lift  u])  your  voice! 
Rejoice!  again  I  say,  rejoice! 


2       Jesus  the  Saviour  reigns. 

The  (iod  of  truth  and  love: 
"When  He  had  luirged  our  stains. 
He  took  His  seat  above. 
j  Lift  up  y(mr  heart !  lift  up  your  voice! 

;  Bejoice!  again  1  say.  rejoice! 

I      3       He  sits  at  God's  right  hand, 
Till  all  His  foes  submit. 
And  bow  to  His  c(Miinian<l, 
And  fall  beneath  His  feet. 
Lift  up  your  heart !  lift  ui»  your  voice! 
I  liejoice!  again  1  say,  rejoice! 


GKNEKAL. 


Rejoice  in  ulorioiis  liopel 

Jesus  the  Jud^e  shall  come, 
And  take  His  servants  up 
To  their  eternal  home. 
We  soon  shall  hear  the  archangers  voice; 
The  trump  of  God  shall  sound:  Rejoice! 


452 


8.7. 

PRAISE,  my  soul,  the  Kino-  of  lieaven; 
To  His  feet  Thy  tribute  hrinu: 
Ransomed,  healed,  restored,  forgiven, 
Evermore  His  i)raises  sing: 

Alleluia!  Alleluia! 
Praise  the  everlasting  King. 

2  Praise  Him  for  His  grace  and  favor 

To  our  fathers  in  distress; 
Praise  Him  still  the  same  as  ever, 
Slow  to  chide,  and  swift  to  bless: 

Alleluia!  Alleluia! 
Glorious  in  His  faithfulness. 

3  Father-like  He  tends  and  spares  us; 

AVell  our  feeble  frame  He  knows; 
In  His  hands  He  gently  bears  us. 
Rescues  us  from  all  our  foes. 

Alleluia!  Alleluia! 
Widely  yet  His  mercy  flows. 

4  Angels  in  the  height  adore  Him! 

Ye  behold  Him  face  to  face; 
Saints  triumphant  bow  before  Him! 
Gathered  in  from  every  race. 

Alleluia!  Alleluia! 
Praise  with  us  the  God  of  grace. 

453  L.M. 

THE  Lord  is  King!  He  wrought  His  will 
In  heaven  above,  and  earth  below ; 
His  wonders  the  wide  ocean  till, 

The  caverned  deeps  His  judgment  show. 

2  The  Lord  is  King!  The  word  stands  fast: 

Nature  abides,  for  He  is  strong; 
The  perfect  note  He  gave,  shall  last 
Till  cadence  of  her  even-song. 

3  The  Lord  is  King!  Ye  worlds,  rejoice! 

The  waves  of  power,  that  from  His  shrine 
Thrill  out  in  silence,  have  no  choice. 
They  harm  not  till  He  gives  the  sign. 

4  The  Lord  is  King!  Hush,  wayward  heart! 

Earth's  wisdom  fails,  earth's  daring  faints. 
There  seek  Him  whence  He  ne'er  departs. 
And  own  Him  greatest  in  His  saints. 
137 


5  Thou,  Lord,  art  King!  Crowned  priests  are 

we. 
To  cast  our  crowns  before  the  throne: 
By  us  the  creature  worshii)s  Thee. 
Yet  we  but  bring  Thee  of  Thine  own. 

6  To  the  great  Maker,  to  the  Son, 

Himself  vouchsafing  to  be  made, 
To  the  good  Spirit,  Three  in  One, 
All  praise  by  all  His  works  be  paid. 


454 


P.M. 


THE  God  of  Abraham  praise. 
Who  reigns  enthroned  above; 
Ancient  of  everlasting  days, 
And  God  of  love: 
Jehovah,  great  I  AM, 
By  earth  and  heaven  confest; 
I  bow  and  bless  the  sacred  Xame, 
Forever  blest. 

He  by  Himself  hath  sworn, 
I  on  His  oath  depend, 
I  shall,  on  angel-wings  upborne. 
To  heaven  ascend: 
I  shall  behold  His  face, 
I  shall  His  power  adore. 
And  sing  the  wonders  of  His  grace 
For  evermore. 

There  dwells  the  Lord,  our  King, 
The  Lord,  our  Righteousness, 
Triumphant  o'er  the  world  and  sin. 
The  Prince  of  peace; 
On  Sion's  sacred  height 
His  kingdom  He  maintains. 
And,  glorious  with  His  saints  in  light, 
Forever  reigns. 

The  whole  triumphant  host 
Give  thanks  to  God  on  high ; 
Hail,  Father,  Son,  and  Holy  Ghost ! 
They  ever  cry: 
Hail,  Abraham's  God  and  mine! 
I  join  the  heavenly  lays; 
All  might  and  majesty  are  Thine. 
And  endless  praise. 


455  P.  M. 

THE  strain  upraise  of  jov  and  praise. 
Alleluia! 
To  the  glory  of  their  King 
Shall  the  ransomed  people  sing,    Alleluia! 
And  the  choirs  that  dwell  on  high 
Shall  re-echo  through  the  sky       Alleluia! 


GENERAL. 


They  through  the   lieUls  of  Pamdise  who 

n»am. 
The  blessed  ones  ivpeat  thi\>ugh  that  briirht ' 

home.  Alleluia!  I 

The  planets  beaminir  on  their  heavenly  way, 
The  shining  constellations,  join  ami  sav 

Alleluia: 

Ye  clouds  that  onward  sweep, 

Ye  winds  on  i>inions  light. 
Ye  thundei*s.  echoing  loud  and  deep, 

Ye  lightnings,  wildly  bright. 
In  sweet  consent  unite  your      Alleluia  I 

Ye  tloods  and  ocean  billows. 
Ye  storms  and  winter  snow, 

Ye  days  of  cloudless  beauty, 
Hoar  frost  ami  summer  glow: 

Ye  proves  that  wave  in  spring. 

And  glorious  forests,  sing  Alleluia  I 

First  let  the  birds,  with  painted  plumage 

gay. 
Exalt  their  e:reat  Creator's  praise,  and  sav 

Alleluia: 
Then  let  the  beasts  of  eaith,  with  varying 

strain. 
Join  in  creation's  hvmn,  and  crv  airain 

Alleluia: 

Here  let  the  mountains  thunder  forth  sono- 
rous Alleluia: 
There  let  the  valleys  sing  in  gentler  chorus 

Alleluia : 
Thou  jubilant  abyss  of  ocean  cry  Alleluia: 
Ye  tracts  of  eaith  and  continents,  reply 

Alleluia: 

To  God,  Who  all  creation  made. 

The  f i-equent  hymn  be  duly  i>aid :    Alleluia : 

This  is  the  strain,  the  eternal   strain,  the 

Lord  Almighty  loves:  Alleluia: 

This  is  the  soni:.  the  heavenly  song,  that 

Christ,  the  King,  approves:  Alleluia: 

Wherefore  we   sing,   both   heart  and  v<»ice 

awaking.  Alleluia: 

And  children's  voices  echo,  answer  makinij. 

Alleluia! 

Now  from  all  men  be  outpoured 
Alleluia  to  the  Lonl; 
With  Alleluia  evermore 
The  Son  and  .spirit  we  adore. 
Praise  be  done  to  the  Three  in  One, 
Alleluia!  Alleluia:  Alleluia: 


456 

s 


P.M. 


^IXG  Alleluia  forth  in  dutev>us  praise. 
O  citizens  of  heaven;  and  sweetly  rai: 
An  endless  Alleluia. 


ho  stand  before  the  eternal 


2  Ye  Powers. 
Light. 
In  hymning  choirs  i"e-echo  to  the  height 
An  endless  Alleluia. 

o  The  holy  city  shall  take  up  your  strain. 
And  with  glad  songs  resounding  wake  again 
An  endless  Alleluia. 

4  In  blissful  antiphons  ye  thus  rejoice 

To  render  to  the  Lord  with  thankful  voice 
An  endless  Alleluia. 

5  Ye  who  have  gained  at  length  vour  palms  in 

bliss. 
Victorious  ones,  your  chant  shall  still  be 
this,  An  endless  Alleluia. 

0  There,  in  one  grand  acclaim,  forever  ring 
The  strains  which  tell  the  honor  of   your 
King,  An  endless  Alleluia. 

7  This  is  the  rest  for  weary  ones  brought  back : 
This  is  the  food  and  drink  which  none  shall 

lack;  An  endless  Alleluia. 

8  While  Thee,  by  Whom  were  all  things  made, 

we  praise 
Forever,  and  toll  out  in  sweetest  lays 

An  endless  Alleluia. 

9  Almighty  Christ,  to  Thee  our  voices  sing 
Glory  for  evermore;  to  Thee  we  bring 

An  endless  Alleluia. 

457  L.  M. 

i   LL  praise  to  Him  Who  built  the  hills: 
^fV    All  praise  to  Him  the  streams  Who  rills; 
All  praise  to  Him  Who  lights  each  star 
That  sparkles  in  the  sky  afar. 

2  All  praise  to  Him  Who  wakes  the  morn, 
And  bids  it  gh>w  with  beams  new-born; 
Who  draws  the  sha<h)ws  of  the  night. 
Like  curtains,  o'er  our  wearied  sight. 

3  All  praise  to  Him  Whose  love  hath  given. 
In  Christ  His  St»n,  the  life  of  heaven; 
Who  gives  us,  for  our  darkness,  litrlit. 
And  turns  to  day  our  deepest  night. 


GEXEIiAL. 


Ts. 


4  All  praise  to  Ilini  in  love  Who  came, 
To  bear  our  woe,  and  sin,  and  shame; 
Who  lived  to  die.  Who  died  to  rise, 
The  all-prevailing  sacrilice. 

5  All  praise  to  Him  Who  sheds  abroad 
Within  our  hearts  the  love  of  God: 
The  Spirit  of  all  truth  and  peace, 
The  fount  of  joy  and  holiness. 

t)  To  Father,  Son,  and  Spirit  now 

Our  hands  we  lift,  our  knees  we  bow: 
To  Thee,  blest  Trinity,  we  raise. 
E'en  here,  in  exile,  songs  of  praise. 

458 

FOR  the  beauty  of  the  earth. 
For  the  beauty  of  the  skies. 
For  the  love  which  from  our  birth 

Over  and  around  us  lies: 
Christ,  our  God,  to  Thee  we  raise 
This  our  hymn  of  grateful  praise. 

2  For  the  beauty  of  each  hour 

Of  the  day  and  of  the  night. 
Hill  and  vale,  and  tree  and  flower, 

Sun  and  moon  and  stars  of  light : 
Christ,  our  God,  to  Thee  we  raise 
This  our  hymn  of  grateful  praise. 

3  For  the  joy  of  ear  and  eye. 

For  the  heart  and  mind's  delight. 
For  the  mystic  harmony 

Linking  sense  to  sound  and  sight: 
Christ,  our  God,  to  Thee  we  raise 
This  our  hymn  of  grateful  praise. 

4  For  the  joy  of  human  love, 

Brother,  sister,  parent,  child, 
Friends  on  earth,  and  friends  above, 

»For  all  gentle  thoughts  and  mild: 
Christ,  our  God,  to  Thee  we  raise 
This  our  hymn  of  grateful  praise. 

5  For  Thyself,  best  gift  divine  I 

To  our  race  so  freely  given; 
For  that  great,  great  love  of  Thine, 

Peace  on  earth,  and  joy  in  heaven: 
Christ,  our  God,  to  Thee  we  raise 
This  our  hymn  of  grateful  i^raise. 


459  87. 

G^  OD,  my  King,  Thy  might  confessing, 
r     Ever  will  I  bless  Thy  Name; 
Day  by  day  Thy  throne  addressing, 
Still  will  I  Thy  praise  proclaim. 
1:39 


2  Honor  great  our  God  belitteth; 

Who  II is  majesty  can  reach  ? 
Age  to  age  His  works  transmitteth, 
Age  to  age  His  i)ower  shall  teach. 

3  They  shall  talk  of  all  Thy  glory. 

On  Thy  might  and  greatness  dwell, 
Speak  of  Thy  dread  acts  the  story, 
And  Thy  deeds  of  wonder  tell. 

4  Xor  shall  fail  from  memory's  treasure, 

Works  by  love  and  mercy  wrought, 
W()rks  of  love  surpassing  measure. 
Works  of  mercy  passing  thought. 

5  Full  of  kindness  and  compassion, 

Slow  to  anger,  vast  in  love, 
God  is  good  to  all  creation; 
All  His  works  His  goodness  prove. 

G  All  Thy  works,  O  Lord,  shall  bless  Thee, 
Thee  shall  all  Thy  saints  adore: 
King  supreme  shall  they  confess  Thee, 
And  proclaim  Thy  sovereign  power. 


460 


p.:\i. 


^OW  thank  we  all  our  God, 

JA      With  heart  and  hands  and  voices ! 

AVho  wondrous  things  hath  done. 

In  Whom  His  world  rejoices; 
Who  from  our  mother's  arms 

Hath  blessed  us  on  our  way 
With  countless  gifts  of  love; 

And  still  is  ours  to-day. 

Oh,  may  this  bounteous  God 

Through  all  our  life  be  near  us ! 
With  ever  joyful  hearts 

And  blessed  peace  to  cheer  us ; 
And  keep  us  in  His  grace, 

And  guide  us  when  perplexed, 
And  free  us  from  all  ills 

In  this  world  and  the  next. 


1 461  5.O.5.5.6.5.6.5. 

HOW  wondrous  and  great 
Thy  works,  God  of  praise! 
How  just.  King  of  saints, 
And  true  are  Thy  ways! 
Oh,  who  shall  not  fear  Thee, 

And  honor  Thy  Name** 
Thou  only  art  holy. 
Thou  only  supreme. 


GENERAL. 


To  nations  lon^  dark 

Tliy  li.u'ht  shall  \w  shown: 
Thi'ii-  \v(nshi])  and  vows 

Shall  come  to  Thy  thr<»ne: 
Thy  truth  and  Thy  jud<i■lnent^ 

Shall  spread  all  abroad, 
Till  earth's  every  i)eoi)le 

Confess  Thee  their  (iod. 


462 


L.  M. 


L^liOM  all  that  dwell  below  the  skies 
Aj      Let  the  Creator's  praise  arise! 
Let  the  Redeemer's  Name  be  sun<; 
Through  every  laud,  by  every  tony,ue  I 

2  Eternal  are  Thy  mercies,  Lord, 
And  truth  eternal  is  Thy  word: 
Thy  i)raise  shall  sound  from  shore  to  shore, 
Till  suns  shall  rise  and  set  no  more. 

463  L.  M. 

\T;^ITH  one  consent  let  all  the  earth 

▼  V       To  God  their  cheerful  voices  raise; 
Glad  homa<>e  i)ay  w  itli  awful  mirth, 
And  sing  before  Him  songs  of  praise. 

2  Convinced  that  He  is  God  alone, 

P^rom  Whom  both  we  and  all  i)roceed; 
"We,  whom  He  chooses  for  His  own. 
The  flock  that  He  vouchsafes  to  feetl. 

3  0!i,  enter  then  His  temple  gate, 

Thence  to  His  courts  devoutly  i)ress; 
And  still  your  grateful  hymns  rei)eat. 
And  still  His  Name  w  ith  i)raises  bless. 

4  For  He's  the  Lord,  supremely  good, 

His  mercy  is  forever  sure: 
His  truth,  which  always  firmly  stood. 
To  endless  ages  shall  endure. 

464  5.O.5.5.G.5.G.5. 

O  PRAISE  ye  the  Lord! 
Prei)are  your  glad  voice 
His  i)raise  in  the  great 

Assembly  to  sing: 
In  their  great  Creator 

Let  Israel  rejoice; 
And  children  of  Sion 
lie  glad  in  their  King, 

2  Let  them  His  great  Name 

Extol  in  their  songs, 

AVith  hearts  well  attuned 

His  juaises  express; 

140 


Who  always  takes  i)lcasure 
To  hear  their  glad  t«»ngut 

And  waits  with  salvation 
The  humble  to  bless. 

3  With  glory  adorned. 

His  i»eople  shall  sinu^ 
To  God.  Who  their  heads 

With  safety  doth  shield; 
Such  honor  and  triumph 

His  favor  shall  bring: 
Oh,  therefore  forever 

All  praise  to  Him  yield ! 


L.  M. 


465 

BEFORE  Jeliovah's  awful  throne. 
Ye  nations,  bow  with  saci'ed  joy; 
Know  that  the  Lord  is  (iod  alone; 
He  can  create,  and  He  destroy. 

2  His  sovereign  power  without  our  aid, 

Made  us  of  clay,  an<l  formed  us  njcn: 
And  when  like  wandering  sheej)  we  strayed, 
He  brought  us  to  His  fold  again. 

3  We  are  His  people,  we  His  care. 

Our  souls,  and  all  our  mortal  frame: 
What  lasting  honors  shall  we  rear, 
Almighty  Maker,  to  Thy  Name! 

4  We'll  crowd  Thy  gates  with  thankful  songs, 

High  as  the  heaven  our  voices  raise: 
And  earth,  with  her  ten  thousand  tongue-. 
Shall  till  Thy  courts  with  sounding  i>rai>f. 

5  Wide  as  the  world  is  Thy  command, 

Vast  as  eternity  Thy  love; 
Firm  as  a  rock  Tliy  truth  must  stand. 
When  rolling  vears  shall  cease  to  move. 


466 


s.  jr. 


OH,  bless  the  I>ord.  my  soul! 
His  grace  to  thee  i)roclaim! 
And  all  that  is  within  me  join 
To  l>lcss  His  holy  Name"! 

2  Oh,  bless  the  Lord,  my  soid! 
His  mercies  bear  in  mind! 
Forget  not  all  His  benelits! 
The  Lord  to  thee  is  kind. 

'.]  lie  will  not  always  chide: 

He  will  with  jiatience  wait; 
His  w  rath  is  ever  slow  to  rise. 
And  ready  to  abate. 


GEXEliAL, 


4  lie  i)ai(l()ns  all  thy  sins;  v 

I'lolun^s  thy  feeble  breath; 
He  healeth  thine  intirmities. 
And  ransoms  thee  from  death, 

5  He  clothes  thee  ^vith  His  h^ve: 

Upholds  thee  ^vith  His  truth; 
And  like  the  eatile  He  rene\vs 
The  vigor  of  thy  youth. 

(3  Then  bless  His  holy  Xame, 

AVliose  grace  liatli  made  thee  whole, 
AVhose  loving-kindness  crowns  thy  days  I 
Oh,  bless  tlie  Lord,  my  soul! 


467  7s. 

O  OXGS  of  praise  the  angels  sang; 
O     Heaven  with  alleluias  rang, 
When  Jehovah's  work  begun. 
When  He  spake  and  it  was  done, 

2  Songs  of  praise  awoke  the  morn. 
When  the  Prince  of  peace  was  ln»rn; 
Songs  of  praise  arose,  when  He 
Captive  led  captivity. 

3  Heaven  and  earth  must  pass  away; 
Songs  of  praise  shall  crown  that  day: 
God  Avill  ]nake  new  heavens  and  earth; 
Songs  of  praise  shall  hail  their  birth. 


4  And  shall  man  alone  be  dumb 
Till  that  glorious  kingdom  come? 
No;  the  Church  delights  to  raise 
Psalms,  and  hymns,  and  songs  of  praise. 

5  Saints  below,  with  heart  and  voice, 
Still  in  songs  of  praise  rejoice; 
Learning  here,  by  faith  and  love, 
Songs  of  praise  to  sing  above. 

6  Borne  upon  their  latest  breath. 
Songs  of  praise  shall  c-onquer  death; 
Then,  amidst  eternal  joy, 

Songs  of  praise  their  powers  employ. 


468  8.8.8.4 

OLOPtD  of  heaven,  and  earth,  and  sea. 
To  Thee  all  praise  and  glory  be; 
How  shall  we  show  our  love  to  Thee, 
Who  givest  all  ? 
141 


.  2  The  golden  sunshine,  vernal  air, 
'      Sweet  tiowers  and  fruits  Thy  love  declare. 
Where  harvests  ripen.  Thou  art  there, 
Who  givest  all  I 

3  For  peaceful  homes,  and  healthful  days, 
For  all  the  blessings  earth  dis})lays. 
We  owe  Thee  thankfulness  and  i)raise. 

Who  givest  all  I 

4  Thou  didst  not  spare  Thine  only  Son, 
But  gav'st  Him  for  a  world  undone, 
And  freely  with  that  blessed  One 

Thou  givest  all. 

.5  Thou  giv'st  the  Holy  Spirit's  dower. 
Spirit  of  life,  and  love,  and  power. 
And  dost  His  seven-fold  graces  shower 
Upon  us  all. 

6  For  souls  redeemed,  for  sins  forgiven. 
For  means  of  grace  and  hopes  of  heaven, 
O  Lord,  what  can  to  Thee  be  given. 

Who  givest  all  ? 

7  We  lose  what  on  ourselves  we  spend ; 
We  have  as  treasure  without  end 
Whatever,  Lord,  to  Thee  we  lend, 

Who  givest  all. 

8  Whatever,  Lord,  we  lend  to  Thee 
Repaid  a  thousandfold  will  be: 
Then  gladly  will  we  give  to  Thee, 

Who  givest  all; 

9  To  Thee,  from  Whom  we  all  derive 
Our  life,  our  gifts,  our  power  to  give; 
Oh,  may  we  ever  with  Thee  live. 

Who  givest  all  I 

469  P.  u 

HOLY  offerings,  rich  and  rare, 
Offerings  of  praise  and  prayer, 
Purer  life  and  purpose  high, 
Clasped  hands,  uplifted  eye, 
Lowly  acts  of  adoration 
To  the  God  of  our  salvation; 
On  His  altar  laid,  we  leave  them: 
Christ,  present  them!     God,  receive  them! 

2  Homage  of  each  humble  heart, 
j      Ere  we  from  Thy  luuise  dci)art; 
Worship  fervent,  deep  and  high, 


(iENEIIAL. 


All  that  childlike  love  can  ivmU-r 

Of  cU'Votion  tnit'  ami  tt-iuU'r; 

On  Thine  altar  laid,  we  leave  them: 

Christ,  present  them  I     God,  reeeive  them  I 

Tn  the  Father,  and  the  Son, 

An<l  the  Spirit,  Three  in  One, 

Th<)U«;h  our  mortal  weakness  raise 

011erin<;s  of  imperfect  i)raise. 

Yet  witli  hearts  bowed  <l(»wn  most  lowlv. 

Cryin«:,  Holy!  Ildy!  Holy! 

On  Thine  altar  laid,  we  leave  them: 

Christ,  present  them!     God,  reeeive  them! 


470  c.  M. 

On,  with  due  reverence  let  its  all 
To  God's  abode  rejtair; 
And  prostrate  at  His  footstool  fall. 
To  breathe  our  humble  prayer. 

■J  Arise,  O  I^ord,  and  now  possess 
Thy  constant  place  of  rest; 
Be  that  not  only  with  Thy  ark. 
But  with  Thy  presence  blest. 

.i  Clothe  Thou  Thy  priests  with  ri.uiiteousness. 
Make  Thou  Thy  saints  rejoice: 
And,  for  Thy  servant  David's  sake. 
Hear  Thv  Auointed's  voice. 


471  L.M. 

tM)\\  Thee,  O  God,  our  constant  praise 
In  Sion  waits,  Thy  chosen  seat; 
Our  i>romised  altars  there  we'll  raise. 
And  all  our  zealous  vows  c()mi)lete. 

li  'J'liou.  ^Vho  to  cNcry  huiuble  ]>rayer 
Dost  always  bend  Thy  listeiiinu"  ear, 
To  'I'hec  shall  all  mankind  re])air. 
And  at  Thy  <;raci(tus  throne  api»ear. 

.J  (^)ur  sins,  t]iou<ih  numberless,  in  vain 
To  stop  Thy  llowiipj,  mercy  try; 
Whilst  Thou  o'erlo<»k"st  the  <;uiity  stain. 
And  washest  out  the  crimson  dye. 

4  Blest  is  the  man  who,  near  Thee  i)laced, 
Within  Thy  sacjed  dwellin^^  lives! 
'Tis  there  aluindantly  we  taste 

The  vast  deli<,^hts  Thy  temple  {^ivcs. 
142 


472 


IX  l(.ud  exal 
The  Kinj 


C)  (>.G.G.8.8. 
Ited  strains, 
f  ^lory  praise; 
O'er  heaven  and  earth  lie  reigns. 

Through  everlasting  days; 
But  Sion.  with  His  juesence  blest. 
Is  His  tlelight.  His  chosen  rest. 

O  King  of  gl(uy,  come; 

And  witli  Thy  favor  crown 
This  temi)le  as  Thy  home. 

This  people  as  Thy  own; 
Beneath  this  roof  vouchsafe  to  sliow 
How  God  can  dwell  with  nuMi  bilow. 


3  Xow  let  Thine  ear  attend 

Our  supplicating  cries; 
Xow  let  our  ])raise  ascend. 

Accepted,  to  the  skies: 
Xow  let  Thy  Gospel's  joyful  sound 
Spread  its  celestial  iuHuence  round. 

4  Here  may  the  listening  throng- 

Imbibe  Thy  truth  and  love; 
Here  Christians  join  the  .song 

Of  serajdnm  above: 
Till  all  wlu.  humbly  seek  Thy  face 
Rejoice  in  Thy  abounding  grace. 


473 


8.7. 


CHIHST  is  made  the  sure  foundation, 
Christ  the  head  and  corner-stone. 
Chosen  of  the  Lend,  and  i)recious. 

Binding  all  the  Church  in  one; 
Holy  Sion's  heli>  fcuever. 
And  her  conlideuce  alone. 

2  All  that  dedicated  city, 

Dearly  loved  of  God  on  high. 
In  exultant  jubilation 

I'(»urs  perj)etual  melody; 
God  the  One  in  Three  adoring 

In  glad  hymns  eternally. 

3  To  this  temple,  where  we  call  Thee. 

Come.  O  L(»rd  of  Hosts,  to-day: 
Witli  Thy  wonted  loving-kindness. 

Hear  Thy  servants  as  they  pray; 
And  Thy  fullest  benediction 

Shed  within  its  walls  alway. 

4  Here  vouch.safe  to  all  Thy  servants 

What  they  ask  of  Thee  to  gain. 
What  they  gain  from  Thee,  forever 

With  tlie  blessed  to  retain, 
An<l  lieri'after  in  Thy  glory 

Kvermore  with  Thee  to  reign. 


GENEILVL. 


474                                         cs. 

476                                      los. 

Y\7E  love  the  place,  O  God, 
▼  V       Whereiu  Thine  houor  dwells; 

I  >  LSE,  crowned  with  liulit,  imperial  Salem, 
±t     rise! 

The  joy  of  Thine  abode 

Exalt  thy  towering  head  an<l  lift  Thine  eyes! 

All  other  joy  excels. 

See  heaven  its  sparkling  portals  wide  «lis- 

play. 

2  We  love  the  house  of  prayer, 

And  break  upon  thee  in  a  flood  of  day. 

Wherein  Thy  servants  meet; 

For  Thou,  0  Lord,  art  there 

2  See  a  long  race  thy  spacious  courts  adorn: 

Thy  chosen  ones  to  greet. 

See  future  sons,  and  daughters  yet  unborn. 

3  We  love  the  sacred  font, 
AVherein  the  holy  Dove 

In  crowding  ranks  on  every  side  arise. 
Demanding  life,  impatient'for  the  skies. 

Bestows,  as  ever  wont. 
His  blessing  from  above. 

3  See  barbarous  nations  at  thy  gates  attend. 
Walk  in  thy  light,  and  in  thy  temple  bend: 

4  We  love  Thine  altar.  Lord, 

See  thy  bright  altars  thronged  with   i)ros- 

Its  mysteries  revere; 

trate  kings. 

For  there  in  faith  adored, 

While  every  land  its  joyous  tribute  brings. 

AVe  tind  Thy  presence  near. 

4  The  seas  shall  waste,   the  skies  to  smoke 

5  We  love  Thy  holy  word, 

decay. 

The  lamp  Thou  gav'st  to  guide 

Rocks   fall    to    dust,   and   mountains   melt 

All  wanderers  home,  O  Lord, 

away : 

Home  to  their  Father's  side. 

But  fixed  His  word.  His  saving  power  re- 

mains; 

6  Then  let  us  sing  the  love 

Thy   realm    shall    last,  thy    own    Messiah 

To  us  so  freely  given, 

reigns. 

Until  we  sing  above 

The  triumph-song  of  heaven  I 

477                                        7s. 

475                                      s.M. 

T)LEASAXT  are  Thy  courts  above 
X      In  the  land  of  life  and  love; 

T  LOVE  Thy  kingdom.  Lord, 
L     The  house  of  Thine  al)ode, 

Pleasant  are  Thy  courts  below 

In  this  land  of  sin  and  woe. 

The  Church  our  blest  Kedeemer  saved 

Oh,  my  spirit  longs  and  faints 

With  His  own  precious  blood. 

For  the  converse  of  Thy  saints. 

For  the  brightness  of  Thy  face. 

2  For  her  my  tears  shall  fall; 

For  Thy  fullness,  God  of  grace! 

For  her  my  prayers  ascend; 

To  her  my  cares  and  toils  be  given. 

2  Happv  birds  that  siuu'  and  i\\ 

Till  toils  and  cares  shall  end. 

Round  Thy  altars,  O  Most  High! 

Happier  souls  that  find  a  rest 

3  Beyond  my  highest  joy 

In  a  heavenly  Father's  l)reast! 

I  prize  her  heavenly  ways. 

Like  the  wandering  dove,  that  found 

Her  sweet  communion,  solemn  vows, 

Xo  repose  on  earth  around. 

Her  hymns  of  love  and  praise. 

They  can  to  their  ark  repair 

And  enjoy  it  ever  there. 

4  Jesus,  Thou  friend  divine. 

Our  Saviour  and  our  King, 

3  Happy  souls!     Their  praises  flow 

Thy  hand  from  every  snare  and  foe 

Ever  in  this  vale  of  woe; 

Shall  great  deliverance  bring. 

Waters  in  the  desert  rise. 

Manna  feeds  them  from  the  skies: 

.")  Sure  as  Thy  truth  shall  last, 

On  they  go  from  strength  to  strength 

To  Sion  shall  be  given 

Till  they  reach  Thv  throne  at  length. 

The  brightest  glories  earth  can  yield, 

At  Thy  feet  adoring  fall. 

And  brighter  bliss  of  heaven.  ' 

Who  hast  led  them  safe  tlnough  all. 

143 


GENEllAL. 


Lortl!  be  mine  this  i)iize  to  win; 
Guide  me  throuu,ii  a  world  of  siu; 
Keep  me  by  Thy  saviii^^  <iiace; 
Give  me  at  Thy  side  ;i  phice. 
Sun  and  shiehl  alike  Thou  art; 
Guide  and  ^uard  my  errinjj;  heart. 
Graee  and  ^lory  How  from  Thee; 
:Shower,  oh,  shower  them,  Lord,  on  me 


478 


Ci  LOKIOUS  thintis  of  thee  are  spoken, 
K     Sion,  eity  of  our  (iod; 
lie,  Whose  word  eannot  be  broken, 
Ftumed  thee  for  His  own  abode: 
On  the  lioek  t)f  a«;es  founded, 

What  ean  shake  thy  sure  repose  ? 
Witli  salvation's  walls  surrounded, 
Thou  may* St  smile  at  all  thy  foes. 

See,  the  streams  of  livin.s^  Avaters 

Si)rin,uin:L(  from  eternal  love, 
Well  sui)ply  thy  sons  and  dau<;liters, 

And  all  fear  of  want  remove. 
Who  can  faint,  when  sneh  a  river 

Ever  will  their  thirst  assua<ije  ? 
Graee  which,  like  the  Lord  the  giver, 

Never  fails  from  age  to  age. 

P^ound  each  habitation  hovering. 

See  the  cloud  and  lire  ajtpear. 
For  a  glory  and  a  covering, 

Showing  that  the  Lord  is  near. 
Thus  deriving  from  their  banner. 

Light  by  night,  and  shade  by  (lay, 
Safe  they  feed  ui)on  the  manna, 

Which  lie  gives  them  w  hen  they  pray. 

Blest  inhabitants  of  Sion, 

Washed  in  the  Redeemer's  blood! 
Jesus,  Whom  their  souls  rely  on. 

Makes  them  kings  and  i)riests  to  God. 
*Tis  His  love  His  iie(>ple  raises 

Over  self  to  reign  as  kings: 
And  as  ])riests.  His  solemn  jiraises 

Each  for  a  thank-offerin!'-  l)rin<>s. 


Elect  from  every  nation, 

Yet  one  o'er  all  the  earth, 
Her  charter  of  salvation. 

One  Lord,  one  Faith,  one  Birth; 
One  holy  Name  she  blesses, 

Partakes  one  holy  food. 
And  to  one  hope  she  presses, 

With  every  grace  endued. 

Though  with  a  scornful  wonder 

Men  see  her  sore  opjuest. 
By  schisms  rent  asunder, 

By  heresies  distrest; 
Yet  saints  their  watch  are  keeping, 

Their  cry  goes  up  "  How  long  ?" 
And  soon  the  night  of  weeping 

Shall  be  the  morn  of  song. 

"Mid  toil  and  tribulation. 

And  tumult  of  her  war 
She  waits  the  consummation 

Of  i)eace  for  evermore; 
Till  with  the  vision  glorious 

Her  longing  eyes  are  blest, 
And  the  great  Church  victorious 

Shall  be  the  Church  at  rest. 

Y^et  she  on  earth  bath  union 

With  God  the  Three  in  One, 
And  mystic  sweet  communion 

With  those  whose  rest  is  won: 
O  happy  t)nes  and  holy ! 

Lord,  give  us  grace  that  we 
Like  them,  the  meek  and  lowly. 

On  high  may  dwell  witli  Thee. 


480 


C.  M. 


479 


'.6. 


rpiIK  riiurch's  one  f(.un<lation 
X      Is  .lesus  Christ  her  Lord; 
She  is  His  new  creation 

By  watei"  and  the  word: 
From  heaven  He  came  and  souu,lit  her 

'I'o  1m'  His  holv  Pride; 
Willi  His  own  l)i(.od  He  bought  lier, 

And  Un-  her  life  lie  died. 
1  IJ 


CillPIST  is  gone  up,  yet  ere  He  passed 
^     From  earth,  in  heaven  to  reign. 
He  formed  One  Holy  Church,  to  last 
Till  He  should  come  again. 

2  His  twelve  Apostles  first  He  made 
His  ministers  of  grace; 
And  tliey  thi'ir  hands  on  others  laid, 
'i'o  lill  in  turn  their  )»lace. 

;J  So  age  by  age,  and  year  by  year. 
His  grace  is  haiuled  on; 
And  still  the  Holy  Cliurch  is  here, 
Although  her  Lord  is  gone. 

4  Let  those  find  ])ardon,  Lord,  from  Thee, 
Whose  love  to  her  is  cold. 
And  bring  them  in,  and  let  there  bo 
Oiu'  Shi'pherd  and  one  Fold. 


GENERAL. 


481 


L.  M. 


OnOLY  Ghost,  Thou  God  of  i)eace, 
Pity  Thy  Chuicli,  now  rent  in  twain: 
Bid  wrath,  and  strife,  and  variance  cease, 
And  let  ns  all  be  one  again; 

J  One  with  our  brethren  here  in  love, 
And  one  with  saints  that  are  at  rest, 
And  one  with  angel  hosts  above, 
And  one  with  God  forever  blest. 

;i  Oh,  make  on  earth  all  churches  one. 
One  with  the  blessed  gone  before, 
All  knit  in  sweet  communion, 

To  love  Thee,  worship,  and  adore. 

4  For  one  the  Lord  on  Whom  we  call. 
The  Spirit  one  which  He  hath  given. 
One  God  and  Father  of  us  all. 

One  faith  on  earth,  one  hope  of  heaven. 


482 


8.8.8.4. 


FATHER  of  all,  from  land  and  sea 
The  nations  sing,  •'  Thine,  Lord,  are  Ave, 
Countless  in  number,  but  in  Thee 
3Iay  we  be  one."' 

2  O  Son  of  God,  AVhose  love  so  free 
For  men  did  make  Thee  Man  to  be, 
United  to  our  God  in  Thee 

May  we  be  one. 

3  Thou,  Lord,  didst  once  for  all  atone : 
Thee  may  both  Jew  and  Gentile  own 
Of  their  two  walls  the  Corner  Stone, 

Making  them  one. 

4  Thou  art  the  fountain  of  all  good. 
Cleansing  with  Thy  most  precious  blood, 
And  feeding  us  with  angels'  food. 

Making  us  one. 

■)  Join  high  and  low,  join  young  and  old, 
In  love  that  never  waxes  cold ; 
Under  one  Shepherd,  in  one  Fold, 
Make  us  all  one. 

0  O  Spirit  blest,  Who  from  above 
Cam' St  gently  gliding  like  a  dove. 
Calm  all  our  strife,  give  faith  and  love; 
Oh  make  us  one ! 
145 


'      7  O  Trinity  in  Unity, 

One  (inly  (iod,  in  Persons  Three, 
I  Dwell  ever  in  our  hearts;  like  Tliee 

May  we  be  one. 

8  So,  when  the  world  shall  ])ass  away. 

May  we  awake  with  joy  and  say, 
"Now  in  the  bliss  of  endless  day 
We  all  are  one." 

483  c  M. 

WHAT  time  the  evening  shadows  fall 
Around  the  Church  on  earth, 
AVhen  darker  forms  of  doubt  ai)i)all. 

And  new  false  lights  have  birth; 
Then  closer  should  her  faithful  band 

For  truth  together  liold, 
Hell's  last  devices  to  withstand, 
And  safely  guard  her  fold. 

2  O  Father,  in  that  hour  of  fear. 

Fail  not  Thy  Church  to  keep, 
Thy  altar  to  the  last  to  rear. 

And  feed  Thy  fainting  sheep: 
May  she  the  holy  truths  attest, 

Apostles  taugiit  of  yore, 
Xor  quit  the  faith  by  saints  confest. 

But  love  it  more  and  more. 

3  O  Christ,  Who  for  Thy  flock  didst  pray, 

That  all  might  be  as  one, 
Unite  us  all  ere  fades  the  day. 

Thou  sole-begotten  Son: 
The  East,  the  West,  together  bind 

In  love's  unbroken  chain; 
Give  each  one  hope,  one  heart,  one  mind, 

One  glory,  and  one  gain. 

4  O  Spirit,  Lord  of  light  and  life. 

The  Church  with  strength  renew. 
Compose  the  angry  voice  of  strife. 

All  jealousies  subdue: 
Do  Thou  in  ever-quickening  streams 

Upon  Thy  saints  descend. 
And  warm  t'leui  with  reviving  beams, 

And  guide  them  to  the  end. 

o  Great  Three  in  One,  great  One  in  Three, 

Our  hymns  of  prayer  receive, 
And  teach  us  all  from  sin  to  flee, 

And  live  as  we  believe: 
So,  pure  in  faith,  our  thoughts  and  speech 

And  acts  that  faith  shall  own; 
So  shall  we  to  Thy  presence  re:ic!i, 

And  know  as  we  are  known. 


GEXEItAL. 


484  11.11.11.5. 

IOliD  of  uur  life,  aud  God  of  our  salva- 
J     tion, 
Star  of  our  nijxht,  and  hope  of  every  uation. 
Hoar  and  receive  Thy  Churolfs  sui>plicatiou, 
Lord  God  Almighty. 

2  See  round    Thine  Ark  the   hungry  biHows 

curling  I 

See  how  Thy  foes  their  banners  are  unfurl- 
ing'I 

L»>rd,  while  their  darts  envenomed  they  are 
hurling. 

Thou  canst  preserve  us. 

3  Lord,  Thou  canst  help  when  earthlv  armor 

faileth; 
Lord,  Thou  canst  save  when  deadly  sin  as- 

saileth; 
Lord,    o'er   Thy  Eock   nor   death   nor  hell 

prevaileth  : 

Grant  us  Thy  peace.  Lord  ! 


Oh.  that  we.  Thy  truth  confessing, 
And  Thy  holy  word  i)ossessing, 

Jesu,  may  Thy  love  adore  I 
I'nto  Thee  our  v<^)ices  raising. 
Thee  witli  all  Thy  ransomed  i)raising. 

Ever  and  for  evermore. 


486 


S.M. 


HOW  l>cauteous  are  their  feet, 
Who  stand  on  Si(m"s  hill: 
Who  bring  salvation  on  their  tongues. 
And  words  of  peace  reveal  I 

2  How  charming  is  their  voice!. 

How  sweet  tlieir  tidinus  are! 
"Sion,  behold  thy  Saviour-King  I 

He  reigns  and  triumphs  here.'' 

?)  How  happy  are  our  ears 

That  hear  this  joyful  sound. 
Which  kings  and  i)rophets  waited  fi>r. 
And  sought,  but  never  found  1 


4  Peace  in  our  hearts,  our  evil  thoughts  as- 
suaging. 
Peace  in  Thy  Church,  where  brothers  are 

engaging. 
Peace,  when  the  world  its  busy  war  is  wag- 
ing; 

Calm  Thy  foes  raging! 

')  Grant   us  Thy  help  till  l)ackward  they  are 
driven: 
Grant  them  Thy  truth,  that  they  may  be 

f«)rgiven; 
Grant  peace  on    earth,  and   after  we  have 
striven. 

Peace  in  Thv  heaven. 


4  How  blessed  are  our  eyes 
I  That  see  this  heavenly  light! 

Prophets  and  kings  desired  it  lon< 
j  But  died  without  the  sight. 

i      5  The  watclimen  join  their  voice. 
And  tuneful  notes  employ; 
Jerusalem  breaks  forth  in  songs. 
And  deserts  learn  the  joy. 

()  The  Lord  makes  bare  His  arm 
Through  all  the  earth  abroad: 
Let  every  nation  n(^w  behold 
i  Their  Saviour  and  their  i^od. 


485 


8.8.7.8.8.7. 


C10ME,  pure  hearts,  in  sweetest  measures 
^     Sing  of  those  wlio  sjtread  the  treasures 
In  the  holy  gospels  shrined! 
Blessed  tidings  of  salvation. 
Peace  on  earth  tlieir  i)r(Klamation, 
Love  from  God  to  lost  mankind. 

2  See  the  rivers  four  that  gladden 
With  their  streams  the  better  Eden 

Planted  by  our  Lor<l  most  dear: 
Christ  the  fountain,  these  the  waters: 
Drink.  ()Si(»n"s  sons  and  daughters. 
Drink  an<l  find  salvatictn  here. 
14G 


487 


L.  M 

ALMIGHTY  God,  Whose  only  Son 
J\.     O'er  sin  and  death  the  triumph  won. 
And  ever  lives  to  intercede 
For  souls  who  Thy  sweet  mercy  need : 

2  In  Ilis  dear  Name  to  Thee  we  pray 
P\)r  all  who  err  and  go  astray. 
For  sinners,  wheresoe'er  they  be, 
AVho  do  not  serve  and  honor  Thee. 

'.]  And  some  within  Thy  sacred  fold, 
'Vo  holy  things  are  dead  an<l  cohl, 
j      And  waste  the  jtrecious  hours  of  life 
I      In  sellish  ease,  or  toil,  or  strife; 


GEXEKAL. 


4  And  many  a  quickened  soul  within 
There  lurks  tlie  secret  love  of  sin, 
A  wayward  will,  or  anxious  tears. 
Or  lingering  taint  of  bygone  year>: 

•J  Oh,  give  repentance  true  and  deep 
To  all  Tliy  lost  and  wanderin<r  sheep! 
And  kindle  in  their  hearts  the  fire 
Of  holy  love  and  pure  desire: 

0  That  so  from  angel  hosts  above 
May  rise  a  sweeter  song  of  love, 
And  we,  with  all  the  blest,  adore 
Thy  Name,  O  God,  for  evermore. 

488  s.  M. 

^pO  bless  Thy  chosen  race, 
X      In  mercy,  Lord,  incline: 
And  cause  the  brightness  of  Thy  face 
On  all  Thy  saints  to  shine; 

2  That  so  Thy  wondrous  way 

May  through  the  world  be  known: 
While  distant  lands  their  tribute  pay, 
And  Thy  salvation  own, 

3  Oh,  let  them  shout  and  sino-. 

With  joy  and  pious  mirth  ! 
For  Thou,  the  riuliteous  Judge  and  King, 
.Shalt  govern  all  the  earth. 

4  Let  differing  nations  join 

To  celebrate  Thy  fame  I 
Let  all  the  world,  O  Lord.  er>mbiue 
To  praise  Thy  glorious  Xame! 

Then  God  upon  our  land 

.Shall  constant  blessings  shower: 

And  all  the  world  in  awe  shall  stand 
Of  His  resistless  power. 


4  Help  me  to  watch  and  pray. 
And  on  Thyself  rely: 
Sure,  if  my  trust  I  keep  alway 
To  reign  with  Thee  <»n  high. 


490 


S.  M. 


489 


_i     CHARGE  to  keep  I  have. 
^rV      A  God  to  glorify; 
A  never-dying  soul  to  save, 
And  tit  it  for  the  sky. 

2  From  youth  to  hoary  age, 

My  calling  to  fultiU: 
Oh,  may  it  all  my  powers  engage 
To  do  my  Master  s  will  I 

3  Arm  me  with  jealous  care, 

As  in  Thy  sight  to  live. 
And  oh,  Thy  servant,  Lord,  prepare 
A  strict  account  to  give  I 
147 


s.  :m. 


HEIKS  of  unendinjr  life. 
While  yet  we  sojourn  here, 
Oh,  let  us  our  salvation  work 
With  trembling  and  with  fear  I 

2  God  will  support  our  hearts 

With  might  before  unknown; 
The  work  to  be  i^erformed  is  ours, 
The  strength  is  all  His  own. 

3  "Tis  He  that  works  to  will. 

*Tis  He  that  works  to  do; 
His  is  the  power  by  which  we  act. 
His  1  »e  the  ulorv  too  I 


491 


c.  :\L 


AWAKE,  my  soul,  stretch  every  nerve, 
_     And  press  with  vigor  on: 
A  heavenly  race  demands  thy  zeal. 
And  an  immortal  crown. 

2  A  cloud  of  witnesses  around 

Hold  thee  in  full  survey: 
Forget  the  steps  already  trod. 
And  onward  urge  thy  way, 

3  'Tis  God's  all-animating  voice 

That  calls  thee  from  on  high, 
'Tis  His  own  hand  presents  the  prize 
To  thine  uplifted  eye. 

4  Then  wake,  my  soul,  stretch  every  lu-rve. 

And  press  with  vigor  on: 
A  heavenly  race  demands  thy  zeal. 
And  an  immortal  crown. 


492 


S.  M. 


MY  soul,  be  on  thy  guard  I 
Ten  thousand  foes  arise: 
The  hosts  of  sin  are  pressinu"  hard 
To  draw  thee  from  the  skies. 

Oh.  watch,  and  fight,  and  pray! 

The  battle  ne'er  give  o'er; 
Eenew  it  boldly  every  day, 

And  help  divine  implore. 


GENEUAL. 


3  Xe'er  think  tlie  victory  won, 

Nor  lay  thine  armor  down: 
Thy  arduous  work  will  not  ho  done 
fill  thou  obtain  thy  crown. 

4  Fi«rht  on,  my  soul,  till  death 

Shall  hrinj;  thee  to  thy  God  I 
He'll  take  thee,  at  thy  partinj,^  breath 
Up  to  His  blest  abode. 


495 


CM. 


493 


L^KrHT  the  .irood  fight  with  all  thy  mi,t,dit, 
_C      Christ  is  thy  strength,  and  Christ  thy 

right; 

Lay  hold  on  life,  and  it  shall  be 
Thy  joy  and  crown  eternally. 

2  Run  the  straight  race  through  God's  good 

grace, 
Litt  up  thine  eyes,  and  seek  His  face; 
Life  with  its  way  before  us  lies, 
Christ  is  the  path,  and  Christ  the  prize. 

3  Cast  care  aside,  lean  on  thy  Guide; 
His  boundless  mercy  will  i)rovide; 
Trust,  and  thy  trusting  soul  shall  prove 
Christ  is  its  life,  and  Christ  its  love. 

4  Faint  not  nor  fear.  His  arms  are  near. 
He  ehangeth  n<>t,  and  thou  art  dear; 
Only  l)elieve,  and  thou  shalt  see 
That  Christ  is  all  in  all  to  Thee. 


ri^lIE  Son  of  Go 
X      A  kingly  crown  to  gain: 
His  blood-re(l  banner  streams  afar: 
Who  follows  in  His  train? 

Who  best  can  drink  his  cup  of  woe, 
Trium])hant  over  i)ain; 
;      Who  patient  l)ears  his  cross  below, 
i  He  follows  in  His  train. 

L.  M.    3  The  martyr  first,  whose  eagle  eye 
Could  pierce  beyond  the  grave; 
Who  saw  his  Master  in  the  sky, 
And  called  on  Him  to  save. 


494 


<s 


OFT  in  danger,  oft  in  woe. 
Onward,  Christians,  onward  go: 
Fight  the  figlit,  maintain  the  strife, 
{Strengthened  with  the  bread  of  life. 

2  Let  your  drooping  hearts  be  glad: 
March  in  heavenly  armor  clad: 
Fight,  nor  think  the  battle  long. 
Soon  shall  victory  tune  your  song. 

3  Let  not  sorrow  dim  your  eye. 
Soon  shall  every  tear  be  dry; 
Let  not  fears  your  course  impede, 
(ireat  your  strength,  if  great  your  need. 

4  Onward  then  to  battle  move. 

More  than  (inuiuerors  ye  shall  prove; 
Tliough  oi»]»os«<l  by  many  a  foe. 
Christian  soldi»'rs,  <»nwar<l  go. 
MS 


4  Like  Him,  with  pardon  on  his  tongue, 
In  midst  of  mortal  pain. 
He  prayed  for  them  that  did  the  wrong: 
Who  follov.s  in  his  train  ? 

.5  A  glorious  band,  the  chosen  few, 
On  whom  the  Spirit  came: 
Twelve  valiant  saints,  their  hope  they  knew, 
And  mocked  the  cross  and  fiame. 

()  They  met  the  tyrant's  brandished  steel, 
The  lion's  gory  mane; 
They  l)owed  their  necks  the  death  to  feel: 
Who  follows  in  their  train  ? 

7  A  noble  army:  men  and  boys, 

The  matr(»n  and  the  maid; 
Around  the  Saviour's  throne  rejoice. 
In  robes  of  light  arrayed. 

8  They  climbed  the  steep  ascent  of  heaven 

Through  i)eril,  toil,  and  i>ain: 
O  (iod,  to  us  nuiy  grace  l)e  given 
To  follow  in  their  train. 


496 


M)LI)IEIIS  of  Christ,  arise, 
\n(l  i)ut  your  armor  on; 
Strong  in  the  strength  which  G 
Through  His  eternal  Son. 


il   sni>iili<  - 


2  Strong  in  the  Lord  of  Hosts, 
And  in  His  mighty  power; 
Who  in  the  strength  of  .Jesus  trusts 
is  more  than  conijueror. 

:;  St:md  then  in  Ilis  great  might. 
With  ail  His  slrmgth  enduetl: 
An<l  tnke,  to  arm  y<»u  for  the  light, 
The  p:in«»ply  of  (iod. 


GENERAL. 


From  strength  to  stren<;tli  go  on, 
Wrestle,  and  tiy:lit,  and  i)ray: 

Tread  all  the  powers  of  darkness  down, 
And  win  the  well-fought  day. 

That  havino-  all  things  done, 

And  all  your  contiicts  past, 
Ye  may  o'ercome.  through  Christ  alone. 

And  stand  complete  at  last. 


497 


GO  forward.  Christian  soldier, 
Beneath  His  banner  true! 
The  Lord  Himself,  thy  Leader, 

Shall  all  thy  foes  subdue. 
His  love  foretells  thy  trials; 

He  knows  thine  hourly  need; 
He  can  with  bread  of  heaven 
Thy  fainting  spirit  feed. 

Go  forward,  Christian  soldier! 

Fear  not  the  secret  foe; 
Far  more  o'er  thee  are  watching 

Than  human  eyes  can  know: 
Trust  only  Christ,  thy  Captain; 

Cease  not  to  watch  and  pray; 
Heed  not  the  treacherous  voices 

That  lure  thy  soul  astray. 

Go  forward.  Christian  soldier! 

Nor  dream  of  peaceful  rest, 
Till  Satan's  host  is  vanquished 

And  heaven  is  all  possessed: 
Till  Christ  Himself  shall  call  thee 

To  lay  thine  armor  by. 
And  wear  in  endless  glory 

The  crown  of  victory. 

Go  forw\ard,  Christian  soldier! 

Fear  not  the  gathering  night : 
The  Lord  has  been  thv  shelter; 

The  Lord  will  be  thy  light. 
When  morn  His  face  revealyth, 

Thy  dangers  all  are  past: 
Oh,  pray  tliat  faith  and  virtue 

May  keep  thee  to  the  last ! 


498 


LOOKING  upward  every  day, 
Sunshine  on  our  faces; 
Pressing  onward  every  day 
Toward  the  heavenly  places: 
149 


2  Growing  every  day  in  awe, 

For  Thy  Name  is  holy; 
Learning  every  day  to  love 
With  a  love  more  lowly: 

3  Walking  every  day  more  close 

To  our  elder  Brother; 
Growing  every  day  more  true 
Unto  one  another: 

4  Leaving  every  day  behind 

Something  which  might  hinder 
Eunning  swifter  every  day, 
Growing  purer,  kinder: 

5  Lord,  so  pray  we  every  day: 

Hear  us  in  Thy  pity. 
That  at  last  we  enter  in 
To  the  Holy  City. 


499 


-.6. 


OHAFPY  band  of  pilgrims, 
If  onward  ye  will  tread 
With  .Jesus  as  your  Fellow 
To  Jesus  as  your  Head! 

2  Oh,  happy  if  ye  labor 

As  Jesus  did  for  men! 
Oh,  happy  if  ye  hunger 
As  Jesus  hungered  then! 

3  The  cross  that  Jesus  carried, 

He  carried  as  your  due: 
The  crown  that  Jesus  weareth, 
He  weareth  it  for  you. 

4  The  faith  by  which  ye  see  Him, 

The  hope  in  which  ye  yearn. 
The  love  that  through  all  troubles 
To  Him  alone  will  turn; 

5  The  trials  that  beset  you, 

The  sorrows  ye  endure, 
The  manifold  temptations 
That  death  alone  can  cure; 

G  What  are  they  but  His  jewels, 
Of  right  celestial  worth  ? 
What  are  they  but  the  ladder 
Set  up  to  heaven  on  earth  '? 

7  O  happy  band  of  pilgrims. 
Look  upward  to  tlie  skies, 
Where  such  a  light  atHiction 
Shall  win  so  great  a  prize! 


PUOCES.siOXALS. 


500 


L.  M. 

art 


LET  mv  1)0  \vith  Tlu-e  ^^•lu're  Thou 
My  Saviour,  my  eternal  rest: 
Then  only  will  this  lon«iinj^  heart 
Be  liilly  ami  forever  blest. 

2  Let  me  be  with  Thee  where  Thou  art, 

Thine  unveiled  j;lory  to  behold: 
Then  only  will  this  wanderin^i'  heart 
Cease  to  be  treacherous,  faithless,  cold. 

3  Let  me  be  with  Thee  where  Thou  art. 

Where  si)otless  saints  Thy  Name  adore; 
Then  only  will  this  evil  heart 
Be  sinful  and  deliled  no  more. 

4  Let  me  be  with  Thee  where  Thou  art, 

Where  none  can  die,  where  none  remove; 
There  neither  life  nor  death  can  i)art 
Me  from  Thy  i)resence  and  Thy  love! 


501 


7.6. 


I)LSE,  my  soul,  and  stretch  thy  wings, 
\)     Thy  better  i)ortion  trace; 
Bise  from  transitory  thin«is, 

Toward  heaven,  thy  destined  place; 
Sun  and  moon  and  stars  decay, 

Time  shall  soon  this  earth  remove; 
Bise,  my  soul,  and  haste  away 
To  seats  prei)ared  above. 

Cease,  my  soul,  oh,  cease  to  mourn! 

I'ress  onward  to  the  i)rize; 
Soon  thy  Saviour  will  return, 

'J'o  take  thee  to  the  skies: 
There  is  everlastin<4,  i»eace, 

lU'st,  endurinj^  rest,  in  heaven; 
There  will  sorrow  ever  cease, 

And  crowns  of  joy  be  given. 


502 


S.  M. 


() 


II,  where  sluill  rest  be  found, 
Ifest  for  the  weary  soul  '.* 
I'were  vain  the  ocean-dei>ths  t(»  sound, 
Or  i)ierce  to. either  i)ole. 


'i1ie  world  can  never  give 
The  bliss  for  wliich  we  sigh; 

'Tis  not  the  whole  ()f  life  to  live, 
Nor  all  of  death  to  die. 
150 


3  Beyond  this  vale  of  tears 

There  is  a  life  above, 
Unmeasured  by  the  Hight  of  years. 
And  all  that  life  is  love. 

4  There  is  a  death,  whose  pang 

Outlasts  the  tieeting  breath; 
Oh,  what  eternal  horrors  hang 
Around  the  second  death ! 

5  Lord  God  of  truth  and  grace, 

Teach  us  that  death  to  shun. 
Lest  we  be  banished  from  Thy  face. 
For  everjuore  undone. 

6  Here  would  we  end  our  quest: 

Alone  are  found  in  Thee 
The  life  of  perfect  love,  the  rest 
Of  immortality. 


503     ^^^^•— IP^'^'^^5^^'^^^^1^-     ]>  ^f 

^TTE  march,  we  march  to  victory! 

>  V       AVith  the  cross  of  the  Lord  i)efore  u^. 
AVith  His  loving  eye  looking  down  from  tlu 
sky. 
And  His  lioly  arm  spread  o'er  us. 

1  We  come  in  the  might  of  the  Lord  of  light, 

In  reverent  train  to  meet  Him; 
And  we  put  to  flight  the  armies  of  night. 
That  the  sons  of  the  day  may  greet  Him. 
We  march,  we  march,  etc. 

2  Our  sword  is  the  Spirit  of  God  on  high, 

Our  helmet  is  His  salvation. 
Our  banner,  the  Crt)ss  (►f  Calvary, 
Our  watcliword,  the  Incarnation. 
We  march,  we  march,  etc. 

3  And  the  choir  of  angels  with  song  awaits 

Our  march  to  the  golden  Sion; 
For  our  Cai»tain  has  broken  the  brazen  gates. 
And  burst  the  bars  of  in)n. 
We  nuirch,  we  march,  etc. 

4  Then  onward  we  march,  our  arms  to  ]>rovc. 

With  the  banner  of  Christ  before  us. 
With   Mis   eye  of    love   looking    d(»wn  fn)m 
above, 
And  His  holy  arm  spread  o'er  us. 

We  march,  we  march  to  victory! 

With  the  cross  of  the  Loi<l  before  us. 
With  His  loving  eye  looking  down  from  the 
sky. 

And  His  lu)ly  arm  spread  o'er  us. 


rnocE.ssioxALS. 


504                                         G.o. 

Onward,  Christian  soldiers. 

Marching  as  to  war. 

T^KIGIITLY  oleanis  our  bamuT 
XJ     Fointinu  to  the  sky, 

With  the  cross  of  Jesus 

Going  ou  before! 

Wavin<i-  AvaiKlerers  omvarcl 

To  tlieir  home  ou  hi^h. 

2  At  the  sign  of  triumi)h 

Journeying  o'er  the  desert, 

Satan's  host  doth  lice; 

Gladly  thus  ^ve  pray, 

On,  then,  Christian  soldiers. 

And  with  hearts  united 

On  to  victory! 

Take  our  heavenward  way. 

IlelTs  foundations  quiver 

Brightly  gleams  our  banner 

At  the  shout  of  praise; 

Pointing  to  the  sky, 

Brothers,  lift  your  voices. 

"Waving  wanderers  onward 

Loud  your  anthems  raise! 

To  tlieir  home  on  high. 

Onward,  etc. 

3  Like  a  mighty  army 

2  Jesu,  Lord  and  Master^ 

Moves  the  Church  of  (iod; 

At  Thy  sacred  feet, 

Brothers,  we  are  treading 

Here  with  hearts  rejoicing 

AVhere  the  saints  have  trod; 

See  Thy  cliildren  meet: 

We  are  not  divided. 

Often  have  we  left  Thee, 

All  one  Body  w^e. 

Often  gone  astray; 

One  in  hope  and  doctrine. 

Keep  us,  miglity  Saviour, 

One  in  charity. 

In  the  narrow  way. 

Onward,  etc. 

Brightly  gleams,  etc. 

4  Crowns  and  thrones  may  perish, 

3  All  our  days  direct  us 

Kingdoms  rise  and  wane, 

In  the  way  we  go, 

But  the  Church  of  Jesus 

Lead  us  on  victorious 

Constant  will  remain; 

Over  every  foe: 

Gates  of  hell  can  never 

Bid  Thine  angels  shield  us 

'Gainst  that  Church  prevail; 

When  the  storm-clouds  lower, 

We  have  Christ's  own  promise, 

Pardon,  Lord,  and  save  us 

And  that  cannot  fail. 

In  the  last  dread  hour. 

Onward,  etc. 

Brightly  gleams,  etc. 

5  Onward,  then,  ye  people! 

Join  our  happy  throng! 

4  Then  with  saints  and  angels 

Blend  with  ours  your  voices 

May  we  join  above. 

In  the  triumph  song! 

Offering  prayers  and  praises 

Glory,  laud,  and  honor. 

At  Thy  throne  of  love; 

Unto  Christ  the  King; 

When  the  toil  is  over. 

This  through  countless  ages 

Then  come  rest  and  peace, 

Men  and  angels  sing. 

Jesus  in  His  beauty. 

Onward,  Christian  soldiers, 

Songs  that  never  cease. 

Marching  as  to  war. 

Brightly  gleams,  etc. 

With  the  cross  of  Jesus 

Going  on  before ! 

505                                        6.5. 

506                                        76. 

r^XWARD,  Christian  soldiers, 
V_/     Marching  as  to  war. 

f  1  MIE  call  to  arms  is  sounding, 
JL      The  freemen  muster  strong. 

With  the  cross  of  Jesus 

While  saints  beneath  the  altar 

Going  on  before! 

Are  o-ying  "Lord,  how  long?" 

Christ  the  royal  Master 

The  living  and  the  loving 

Leads  against  the  foe; 

Christ's  loyal  standard  raise. 

Forward  into  battle. 

And  marching  on  to  conflict. 

See,  His  banners  go. 

Shout  forth  their  Captain's  praise. 

151 


PROCESSIOXALS. 


Xt)  time  for  self-indulj;enoe, 

Fur  restiiifj:  l»y  the  ^vay; 
Repose  ^^ill  come  at  even, 

But  toil  is  for  the  day; 
AVork  like  the  hlessed  Jesus, 

Who  from  His  earliest  youth 
Would  do  His  Father's  business, 

And  M  itness  for  the  truth. 


For  the  one  Faith,  the  true  Faith, 

The  Faith  Avhich  cannot  fail. 
For  the  one  Church,  the  true  Church, 

'Gainst  which  no  foes  prevail. 
Made  one  with  God  Incarnate 

We  in  His  mi^ht  must  win 
The  glory  of  self-conquest. 

Of  victory  over  sin. 


Behold  I  upon  Mount  Sion 

A  glorious  i)eople  stand, 
A  crown  on  every  forehead, 

A  palm  in  every  hand. 
Lo  these  are  they  who  boldly 

The  Xame  of  Christ  confessed. 
And  now  triumphant  praise  Him, 

In  heaven's  unresting  rest. 


5  O  Jesu,  Who  art  waiting, 

Thy  faithful  ones  to  crown, 
Vouchsafe  to  bless  our  conflict. 

Our  loving  service  own; 
Come  in  each  heart,  forever 

As  King  adored  to  reign. 
Till  we  w  ith  saints  triumphant, 

Uplift  the  victor  strain. 


507 


SIXfi,  ye  faithful !  sing  with  gladness! 
Wake  your  no))lest,  sweetest  strain! 
With  the  ])raises  of  your  Saviour 

Let  His  house  resound  again! 
Him  let  ;dl  your  music  honor, 
And  vour  songs  exalt  His  reign! 


2  Sing  how  He  came  forth  from  heaven, 
Bowed  Himsi'lf  to  JJethlehem's  cave, 
Stooi)e«l  to  wear  the  servant's  vesture, 
Bore  the  i)ain,  the  cross,  the  grave, 
Passe«l  within  the  gates  of  darkness. 
Thence  His  banishetl  ones  to  save! 
Vy2 


3  So  He  tasted  death  for  all  men, 

He  of  all  mankind  the  Head, 
Siidess  One  among  the  sinful, 

Prince  of  life  among  the  dead; 
So  He  wrought  the  full  redem})tion, 

And  the  captor  captive  led. 

4  X'ow  on  high,  yet  ever  with  us, 

From  His  Father's  throne,  the  Son 
Rules  and  guides  the  world  He  ransomed, 

Till  tJje  api)ointed  work  be  done, 
Till  He  see,  renewed  and  perfect, 

All  things  gathered  into  one. 

5  Day  of  promised  restitution! 

Fruit  of  all  His  sorrows  past! 
When  the  crow  n  of  His  dominions 

He  before  the  throne  shall  cast. 
And  throughout  the  wide  creation 

God  be  ''all  in  all"  at  last. 


508 


6.5. 


AT  the  Xame  of  Jesus 
Every  knee  shall  bow. 
Every  tongue  confess  Him 

King  of  glory  now; 
'Tis  the  Father's  pleasure 

We  should  call  Him  Lord, 
AVho  from  the  beginning 
Was  the  mighty  Word. 

2  At  His  voice  creation 

Sprang  at  once  to  sight, 
All  the  angel  faces. 

All  the  iiosts  of  light. 
Thrones  and  dominations, 

Stars  upon  their  way, 
All  the  heavenly  orders, 

In  their  great  array. 

3  Humbled  for  a  season, 

To  receive  a  Name 
From  the  lii>s  of  sinners 

Unto  w  hom  He  came. 
Faithfully  He  l)oie  it 

Sp(.tlcss  to  tlie  last. 
Brought  it  back  victorious, 

When  from  death  lie  i)assed; 

4  Bore  it  uj)  triumphant. 

With  its  human  light. 
Thnuigh  all  ranks  of  creatures, 
To  the  central  height; 


PKOCESSIOXALS. 


To  tlie  throne  of  Godhead, 
To  the  Fathers  breast, 

Filled  it  with  the  glory 
Of  that  perfect  rest. 

In  your  hearts  enthrone  Ilini 

There  let  Him  subdue 
All  that  is  not  holy, 

All  that  is  not  true: 
Crown  Him  as  your  Captain 

In  temptation's  hour; 
Let  His  will  enfold  you 

In  its  light  and  power. 

Brothers,  this  Lord  Jesus 

Shall  return  again, 
"With  His  Fathers  glory, 

With  His  angel  train; 
For  all  wreaths  of  empire 

Meet  upon  His  brow, 
And  our  hearts  confess  Him 

King  of  glory  now. 


SAA^IOUR,  blessed  Saviour, 
Listen  while  we  sing; 
Hearts  and  voices  raising 

Praises  to  our  King. 
All  we  have  we  offer. 
All  we  hope  to  be. 
Body,  soul,  and  spirit. 
All  we  yield  to  Thee. 

2  Xearer,  ever  nearer, 

Christ,  we  draw  to  Thee, 
Deep  in  adoration 

Bending  low  the  knee: 
Thou  for  our  redemption 

Cam'st  on  earth  to  die: 
Thou,  that  we  might  follow, 

Hast  gone  up  on  high. 

3  Great  and  ever  greater 

Are  Thy  mercies  here. 

True  and  everlasting- 
Are  the  glories  there ; 

"Where  no  pain,  or  sorrow, 
Toil,  or  care,  is  known. 

Where  the  angel  legions 
Circle  round  Thy  throne. 

4  Clearer  still,  and  clearer. 

Dawns  the  light  from  heaven, 
In  our  sadness  bringing 
News  of  sins  forgiven ; 
153 


6.5. 


Life  has  lost  its  sha<l<)ws; 

Pure  the  light  within; 
Thou  hast  shed  Thy  radiance 

On  a  world  of  sin. 

5  Brighter  still,  and  brighter, 

(ilows  the  western  sun. 
Shedding  all  its  gladness 

O'er  our  work  that's  done; 
Time  will  soon  be  over. 

Toil  and  sorrow  past, 
May  we,  blessed  Saviour, 

Find  a  rest  at  last! 

0  Onward,  ever  onward, 

Journeying  o'er  the  road 
Worn  by  saints  before  us. 

Journeying  on  to  God! 
Leaving  all  behind  us. 

May  we  hasten  on. 
Backward  never  looking 

Till  the  prize  is  won. 

7  Bliss,  all  bliss  excelling, 

When  the  ransomed  soul, 
Earthly  toils  forgetting, 

Finds  its  promised  goal; 
Where  in  joys  unheard  of 

Saints  with  angels  sing, 
Never  weary  raising 

Praises  to  their  King. 


510 


S.M. 


REJOICE,  ye  pure  in  heart! 
Kejoice,  give  thanks,  and  sing! 
Your  glorious  banner  wave  on  high. 
The  cross  of  Christ  your  King! 

2  Bright  youth,  and  snow-crowned  age. 

Strong  men  and  maidens  meek : 

Raise  high  your  free,  exulting  song! 

God's  wondrous  praises  speak! 

3  With  all  the  angel  choirs, 

With  all  the  saints  of  earth. 
Pour  out  the  strains  of  joy  and  bliss, 
True  rapture,  noblest  mirth ! 

4  Your  clear  hosannas  raise. 

And  alleluias  loud! 
Whilst  answering  echoes  ui)ward  float, 
Like  wreaths  of  incense  cloud. 


rROCESSIOXALS. 


5  Yes,  on  tlu«>u<j:h  life's  long  path  I 
Still  chanting  as  ye  go; 
From  youth  to  age,  by  night  and  day, 
In  gladness  and  iu  woe. 

0  Still  lift  your  standard  high  I 
still  niareh  in  lirni  array  I 
As  warriors  through  the  darkness  toil 
Till  dawns  the  golden  day  I 

7  At  last  the  march  shall  end; 
The  wearied  ones  shall  rest; 
The  i)ilgrims  hnd  their  Father's  house, 
Jerusalem  the  blest. 


512 


6.5. 


8  Then  on.  ye  i)ure  in  heart! 

ilejttiee,  give  thanks,  and  sing  I 

Vitur  glorious  banner  wave  on  high. 

The  cross  of  Christ  your  King  I 

511  8.7. 

rpiIROUGH  the  night  of  doubt  and  sorrow 
X      Onward  goes  the  pilgrim  band, 
Singing  songs  of  expectation, 

Marching  to  the  i)romised  land. 
Clear  before  us  through  the  darkness 

(ileams  and  burns  the  guiding  light: 
Brother  clasps  the  hand  of  brother, 

Stci>ping  fearless  through  the  night. 

2  One,  the  light  of  God's  own  presence, 

O'er  1 1  is  ransomed  peojjle  shed. 
Chasing  far  the  gloom  and  terror, 

Brightening  all  the  i)ath  we  tread: 
One,  the  ol)ject  of  our  journey. 

One,  the  faith  which  never  tires. 
One,  the  earnest  looking  forward. 

One,  the  hope  our  God  inspires. 

3  One,  the  strain  the  lips  of  th<»usands 

Lift  as  from  the  heart  of  one; 
One  the  c<)ntlict,  one  the  i»eril, 

One,  the  march  in  (iod  begun: 
One,  the  gladness  of  rejoicing 

On  the  far  eternal  shoie, 
Where  the  one  Almighty  Father 

Keigns  in  love  for  evermore. 

;  Onwaid  therefore,  pilgrim  biothers! 

Onward,  with  the  Cross  our  aid.I 
Beai'  its  shanu*,  and  fight  its  battle, 

Till  we  icst  beneath  its  shade! 
Soon  shall  come  tlic  great  awaking; 

Soon  the  rending  of  the  tomb; 
Then,  tlie  scattering  of  all  shadows, 

Anfl  the  end  of  toil  and  ghxnn! 


ON  our  way  rejoicing, 
As  we  homeward  move, 
Hearken  to  our  jtraises, 
O  Thou  God  of  love! 
Is  there  grief  or  sadness  ? 

Thine  it  cannot  be! 
Is  our  sky  beclouded  ? 

Clouds  are  not  from  Thee! 
On  our  way  rejoicing. 

As  we  homeward  move, 
Ili'arken  to  our  praises, 
()  Thou  (iod  of  love! 

2  If  witli  honest-hearted 

Love  for  (iod  and  man. 
Day  by  day  Thou  lind  us 

Doing  what  we  can. 
Thou  Who  giv'st  the  seed-time 

Wilt  give  large  increase, 
Crown  the  head  with  blessings. 

Fill  the  heart  with  peace. 

On  our  way  rejoicing,  etc. 

3  On  our  way  rejoicing 

Gladly  let  us  go; 
Con(juere(l  hath  our  Leader! 

Vamiuished  is  our  foe! 
Christ  without,  our  safety; 

Christ  within,  our  joy; 
Who,  if  we  be  faithful. 

Can  (uir  hope  destroy  ? 

On  our  way  rejoicing,  etc. 

4  Unto  God  the  Father 

Joyful  songs  we  sing; 
Unto  God  the  Saviour 

Thankful  hearts  we  bring; 
Unto  (iod  the  Spirit 

Bow  we  and  adore. 
On  our  way  rejoicing 

Now  a  11(1  evermore! 

On  our  way  rejoicing,  etc. 


513 


IjlOIIWAKD!  be  our  watchwt)rd, 
'      Steps  an<l  voices  joined; 
Seek  the  things  before  us. 

Not  a  look  i>ehind: 
Burns  thi'  liery  pillar 

At  our  army's  head ; 
Who  shall  dream  of  shrinking, 
By  our  Captain  led  ? 


LITANIES. 


306 
308 
309 
375 
378 
382 


Forward  through  the  desert! 

Through  the^oil  and  tight: 
Jor(hm  tiows  before  us; 

Sion  beams  with  light. 

Glories  upon  glories 

Hath  our  God  prepared, 
By  the  souls  that  love  Him 

One  day  to  be  shared ; 
Eye  hath  not  beheld  them, 

Ear  hath  never  heard ; 
Nor  of  these  hath  uttered 
Thought  or  speech  a  word ; 
Forward !  marching  eastward 
Where  the  heaven  is  bright, 
Till  the  veil  be  lifted, 
Till  our  faith  be  sight. 

Far  o'er  you  horizon 

Rise  the  city  towers. 
Where  our  God  abideth ; 
That  fair  home  is  ours : 
Flash  the  streets  with  jasper, 
Shine  the  gates  with  gold; 
Flows  the  gladdening  river 
Shedding  joys  untold. 
Thither,  onward  thither. 

In  the  Spirit's  might! 
Pilgrims  to  your  country, 
Forward  into  light! 

To  the  eternal  Father 

Loudest  anthems  raise: 
To  the  Son  and  Spirit 

Echo  songs  of  praise: 
To  the  Lord  of  glory, 

Blessed  Three  in  One, 
Be  by  men  and  angels 
Endless  honor  done. 

Weak  are  earthly  praises, 
Dull  the  songs  of  night: 
Forward  into  triumiDh! 
Forward  into  light  ! 


Also  the  following: 

Ancient  of  days. 
Lord  of  all  being  throned  afar. 
Thou  art  coming,  O  my  Saviour. 
Hail  to  the  Lord's  anointed. 
Hail,  Thou  once  despised  Jesus. 
Jesus,  our  risen  King. 
Alleluia!  sing  to  Jesus. 
Crown  Him  with  many  crowns. 
Come  Thou  Holy  Spirit,  come. 
Spirit  divine,  attend  our  prayers. 
155 


.385  Holy,  Holy,  Holy  Lord. 
395  Those  eternal  bowers. 
I  390  Ten  thousand  times  ten  thousand. 
397  Oh,  what  the  joy  and  the  glory  must  be. 
400  Blessed  city,  heavenly  Salem. 

402  O  mother  dear,  Jerusalem. 

403  I  heard  a  sound  of  voices. 

400  For  thee,  O  dear,  dear  country. 

407  Jerusalem  the  golden. 

418  Jesus,  still  lead  on. 

422  O  Light,  Whose  beams  illumine  all. 

440  O  Saviour,  precious  Saviour. 

441  When  morning  gilds  the  skies. 

442  Shepherd  of  tender  youth. 

444  Come,  let  us  sing  the  song  of  songs. 

447  Praise  to  the  Holiest  in  the  height. 

448  Lift  up  your  heads,  ve  mightv  gates. 

449  O  God  of  God!  O  Light  of  Light! 
452  Praise  my  soul  the  King  of  heaven. 

473  Christ  is  made  the  sure  foundation. 

474  We  love  the  place,  O  God. 

477  Pleasant  are  Thy  courts  above. 

478  Glorious  things  of  thee  are  spoken. 

479  The  Church's  one  foundation. 

494  Oft  in  danger,  oft  in  woe. 

495  The  Son  of  God  goes  forth  to  war. 
497  Go  forward.  Christian  soldier. 
499  O  happy  band  of  pilgrims. 

569  O  brothers,  lift  your  voices. 


VIII.— ILttantcs. 

LITAXY    OF   THE   HOLY   GHOST. 

514  7.7.7.6. 

HOLY  Spirit,  heavenly  Dove, 
Dew  descending  from  above. 
Breath  of  life,  and  lire  of  love; 
Hear  us,  Holy  Spirit. 

2  Source  of  strength,  of  knowledge  clear. 
Wisdom,  godliness  sincere. 
Understanding,  counsel,  fear; 

Hear  us,  Holy  Spirit. 

3  Source  of  meekness,  love,  and  peace, 
Patience,  pureness,  faith's  increase, 
Hope  and  joy  that  cannot  cease; 

Hear  us,  Holy  Spirit. 

4  Spirit  guiding  us  aright. 
Spirit  making  darkness  light, 
Spirit  of  resistless  might; 

Hear  us,  Holy  Spirit. 


LITAXlE.s. 


5  Tliou  by  Wliom  the  Yiruin  bore 
ilim  Whom  heaven  and  earth  adore, 
t^ent  our  nature  to  restore: 

Hear  us,  Holy  JSpirit. 

G  Thou  Wliom  Jesus  from  His  throne 
Gave  to  clieer  and  lielp  His  own, 
That  they  mi^xht  not  lie  alone; 
Hear  us,  Holy  J>pirit. 

7  Thou  Whose  <;race  the  Churcli  doth  till, 
.Sho\vin<i-  her  God's  i)ert'ect  will, 
Making:  Jesus  present  still: 

Hear  us,  Holy  iSpirit. 

8  Comini?  with  Thy  power  to  save, 
Movin*::  on  bai)tismal  wave, 
Kaising  us  from  sin's  dark  grave; 

Hear  us.  Holy  iSpirit. 

9  Thou  by  Whom  our  souls  are  fed 
With  the  true  and  living  Bread, 
Even  Him  Who  for  us  bled; 

Hear  us.  Holy  ^Spirit. 

10  All  Thy  sevenfold  gifts  bestow. 
Gifts  of  wisdom  God  to  know, 
Gifts  of  strength  to  meet  the  foe; 

Hear  us,  Holy  .Spirit. 

11  All  our  evil  j^assions  kill, 
Bend  aright  our  stubborn  will, 
Though  we  grieve  Thee,  i)atient  still; 

Hear  us.  Holy  Spirit. 

12  Come  to  raise  us  when  we  fall, 
And,  when  snares  our  souls  enthrall, 
Lead  us  back  with  gentle  call; 

Hear  us.  Holy  Spirit. 

13  Come  to  strengthen  all  the  weak, 
(iive  Thy  courage  to  the  meek, 
Teach  our  faltering  tongues  to  speak; 

Hear  us.  Holy  Si)irit. 

14  Come  to  aid  the  souls  who  yearn 
More  of  truth  divine  to  learn, 
And  with  deeper  love  to  burn; 

Hear  us.  Holy  Spirit. 

15  Keep  us  in  the  narrow  way, 
Warn  us  when  we  go  astray, 
Plead  within  ns  when  we  jnay; 

Hear  us.  Holy  Sjjirit. 


10  Holy,  loving,  as  Thou  art. 

Come,  and  live  within  our  heart 
Never  more  from  us  dei»art: 
Hear  us.  Holy  Spirit. 


LITANY    OF    THE    CHUKCH. 


515 


.6. 


JESU,  with  Thy  Church  abide. 
Be  her  Saviour,  Lord,  and  Guide, 
Wliile  c»n  earth  her  faith  is  tried: 
We  beseech  Thee,  hear  us. 


2  Keep  her  life  and  doctrine  i)ure. 
Help  her,  i)atient  to  endure, 
Trusting  in  Thy  ])romise  sure: 

We  beseech  Thee,  hear  us. 

3  Be  Thou  with  her  all  the  days, 
May  she,  safe  from  error's  ways. 
Toil  for  Thine  eternal  praise: 

We  beseech  Thee,  hear  us. 

4  May  her  voice  be  ever  clear. 
Warning  of  a  judgment  near, 
Telling  of  a  Saviour  dear: 

We  beseech  Thee,  hear  us. 

5  All  her  fettered  powers  release. 
Bid  ()ur  strife  and  envy  cease, 
Grant  the  heavenly  gift  of  peace: 

We  beseech  Thee,  hear  us. 

6  May  she  one  in  doctrine  be. 
One  in  truth  and  charity. 
Winning  all  to  faith  in  Tliee: 

We  beseech  Thee,  hear  us. 

7  May  she  guide  the  i)oor  and  blind. 
Seek  the  lost  until  she  tind. 

And  the  broken-heaited  bind: 

We  beseech  Thee,  hear  us. 

8  Save  her  love  from  growing  cold, 
Make  her  watchmen  strong  and  l)old, 
Fence  her  round.  Thy  i)eaceful  fold: 

We  beseech  Thee,  hear  us. 

0  May  her  priests  Thy  people  feed, 
Shepherds  of  the  Hock  indee<l. 
Ready,  where  Thou  (all'st,  to  lead: 
We  beseech  Thee,  hear  us. 


LITANIES. 


10  Jucloe  her  not  lor  work  luuloiie, 

3  Very  Man,  Who  for  our  sake 

Ju(l<4e  her  not  for  tiekls  unwon, 

Didst  true  tlesh  of  Mary  take. 

Bless  her  works  in  Thee  begun: 

Hear  us.  Holy  Jesu. 

We  beseech  Thee,  hear  us. 

4  Shepherd,  Whom  the  Father  gave 

11  For  the  past  give  deeper  shame, 

His  lost  slieep  to  find  and  save, 

Make  her  jeah)us  for  Thy  Name, 

Hear  us,  Holy  Jesu. 

Kindle  zeal's  most  lioly  flame: 

We  beseech  Thee,  hear  us. 

5  I'riest  and  victim,  Whom  of  old 

Type  and  i)roi)hecy  foretold, 

12  Raise  her  to  her  calling  high. 

Hear  us,  Holy  Jesu. 

Let  the  nations  far  and  nigh 

Hear  Thy  heralds'  warning  cry: 

G  King  of  Salem,  Priest  divine, 

We  beseech  Thee,  hear  us. 

Bringing  forth  Thy  bread  and  wine, 

Hear  us.  Holy  Jesu. 

13  May  her  lamp  of  truth  be  bright, 

Bid  her  bear  aloft  its  light 
Through  the  realms  of  heathen  night: 
We  beseech  Thee,  hear  us. 

7  Paschal  Lamb,  Whose  sprinkled  blood 
Saves  the  Israel  of  God, 

Hear  us,  Holy  Jesu. 

14  May  her  scattered  children  be 
From  reproach  of  evil  free. 
Blameless  witnesses  for  Thee : 

We  beseech  Thee,  hear  us. 

8  Manna,  found  at  dawn  of  day, 
Pilgrim's  food  in  desert-way, 
Hear  us,  Holy  Jesu. 

15  Arm  her  soldiers  with  the  cross, 

9  Offering  pure,  in  every  place 

Brave  to  suffer  toil  or  loss, 

Pledge  and  means  of  heavenly  grace, 

Counting  earthly  gain  but  dross: 

Hear  us.  Holy  Jesu. 

AVe  beseech  Thee,  hear  us. 

Part  II. 

16  May  she  holy  triumphs  win. 

Overthrow  the  hosts  of  sin. 

10  By  the  mercy,  that  of  yore 

Gather  all  the  nations  in: 

Shadowed  forth  Thy  gifts  in  store. 

We  beseech  Thee,  hear  us. 

Save  us.  Holy  Jesu. 

17  May  she  soon  all  glorious  be. 

11  By  the  love,  on  that  last  night 

Spotless  and  from  wrinkle  free. 

That  ordained  the  better  rite. 

Pure,  and  bright,  and  worthy  Thee: 

Save  us.  Holy  Jesu. 

We  beseech  Thee,  hear  us. 

12  By  the  death,  that  could  alone 

18  Fit  her  all  Thy  joy  to  share 

For  the  whole  world's  sin  atone, 

In  the  home  Thou  dost  prepare, 

Save  us,  Holy  Jesu. 

And  be  ever  blessed  there : 

We  beseech  Thee,  hear  us. 

13  By  the  wounds,  that  ever  plead 

For  our  help  in  time  of  need. 

Save  us.  Holy  Jesu. 

LITANY  OF  THE  BLESSED  SACRAMENT. 

516                                                      7.7.6. 

Part  III. 

r^  OD  the  Father,  God  the  Son, 
VX     God  the  Spirit,  Three  in  One, 

14  That  we  may  remember  still 

Kedron's  brook  and  Calvary's  hill, 

Spare  us,  Holy  Trinity. 

Grant  us,  Holy  Jesu. 

2  God  of  God,  and  Light  of  Light, 

15  That  our  thankful  hearts  may  glow 

King  of  glory,  Lord  of  might. 

As  Thy  precious  death  we  show, 

Hear  us.  Holy  Jesu. 

Grant  us,  Holy  Jesu. 

L1TAMK.>S. 


It)  That,  with  liiimWe  coutrite  fear, 
Wc  may  jt»y  to  feel  Thee  uear, 
Graut  us,  Holy  Jesu. 

17  That  iu  faith  we  may  adore. 

Praise,  ami  love  Thee  more  and  more. 
Grant  us,  Holy  Jesu. 

IS  That  Thy  sacred  Flesh  and  Blood 
Be  our  true  life-jj^ivin*;  food. 
Grant  us.  Holy  Jesu, 

19  That  in  all  t)ur  words  and  ways 
We  may  daily  show  Thy  praise, 
Graut  us,  Holy  Jesu. 

•JO  That,  as  death's  dark  vale  we  tread, 

Thou  mayst  be  our  stren;j:tliening  Bread, 
Grant  us,  Holy  Jesu. 

21  That,  unworthy  thou^i^h  we  be, 
We  may  ever  dwell  with  Thee, 
Grant  us,  Holv  Jesu. 


LITANY    FOR   CIIILDKEX. 


517 


7.7.6. 


JESU,  from  Thy  throne  on  hi^h 
Far  above  the  bright  blue 


ky, 


Look  on  us  with  loving  eye; 
Hear  us,  Holv  Jesu. 


2  Little  children  need  not  fear, 
When  they  know  that  Thou  art  near 
TIkju  dost  love  us.  Saviour  dear: 

Hear  us.  Holy  Jesu. 

3  Little  hearts  may  love  Thee  well, 
Little  lips  Thy  love  may  tell, 
Little  hynuis  Thy  i)raises  swell: 

llear  us.  Holy  Jesu. 

4  Little  lives  may  be  divine, 
Little  deeds  of  love  may  shine, 
Little  ones  be  wholly  Thine: 

Hear  us,  Holy  Jesu. 

5  Jesu,  once  an  infant  small, 
Cradled  in  the  oxen's  stall, 
Thou<^h  the  (iod  and  Lord  of  all: 

Hear  us,  Holy  Jesu. 

158 


0  Once  a  child  so  t;ood  and  fair, 
Feelin*;  want,  and  toil,  and  care. 
All  that  we  may  have  to  bear: 
Hear  us,  Holy  Jesu. 

7  Jesu,  Thou  dost  love  us  still. 
And  it  is  Thy  holy  will 

That  we  should  be  safe  from  ill: 
Hear  us.  Holy  Jesu. 

8  Be  Thou  with  us  every  day, 
In  our  work  and  in  our  play, 
When  we  learn  and  when  we  pray: 

Hear  us,  Holy  Jesu. 

9  When  we  lie  asleep  at  niu;ht, 
Ever  may  Thy  anj^els  bri<iht 
Keep  us  safe  till  mornint>"s  light: 

Hear  us.  Holy  Jesu. 

10  Make  us  brave  without  a  fear. 
Make  us  happy,  full  of  cheer, 
Sure  that  Tliou  art  always  near: 

Hear  us,  Holy  Jesu. 

11  May  we  i»rize  our  Christian  name, 
May  we  guard  it  free  from  blame. 
Fearing  all  that  causes  shame: 

Hear  us.  Holy  Jesu. 

12  May  we  grow  from  day  to  day, 
Glad  to  learn  each  holy  way. 
Ever  ready  to  obey : 

Hear  us,  Holy  Jesu. 

10  May  we  ever  try  to  be 

From  our  sinful  tempers  free. 
Pure  and  gentle.  Lord,  like  Thee: 
Hear  us,  Holy  Jesu. 

14  May  our  thoughts  be  undefiled. 
May  our  words  be  true  and  mild. 
Make  us  each  a  holy  child: 

Hear  us,  Holy  Jesu. 

15  Jesu,  Son  of  God  most  high. 
Who  didst  in  a  manger  lie. 
Who  upon  the  cross  didst  die: 

Hear  us.  Holy  Jesu. 

10  Jesu,  from  Thy  heavenly  throne, 
Watching  o'er  each  little  one. 
Till  our  life  on  earth  is  diuie: 
Hear  us,  Holv  Jesu. 


LITAXIE.S. 


17  Jesu,  Whom  ^ve  liope  to  see 
Callino^  us  in  heaven  to  be 
Happy  evermore  with  Thee: 
Hear  us.  Holy  Jesu. 


LITANY   OF    THE    IXCARXATE    LIFE. 

518  7.7.7.5. 

LORD  of  mercy  and  of  miijht. 
Of  mankind  the  life  and  light, 
Maker,  Teacher  intinite : 

Jesu,  hear  and  save. 

2  Strong  Creator,  Saviour  mild, 
Humbled  to  a  mortal  child, 
Captive,  beaten,  l)ound.  reviled: 

Jesu,  hear  and  save. 

3  Throned  above  celestial  things, 
Borne  aloft  on  angels"  wings. 
Lord  of  lords,  and  King  of  kings: 

Jesu,  hear  and  save. 

4  Soon  to  come  to  earth  again. 
Judge  of  angels  and  of  men, 
Hear  us  now,  and  hear  us  then: 

Jesu,  hear  and  save. 


LITAXY    OF   THE    IX'CARX'ATE    LIFE. 
519  7.7.7.6. 

OD  the  Father,  God  the  Son, 
God  the  Spirit 


G' 


Three  in  One, 
Hear  us  from  Thy  heavenly  throne: 
Spare  us,  Holy  Trinity. 

2  Thou  Who  leaving  crown  and  throne 
Camest  here,  an  outcast  lone. 

That  Thou  mightest  save  Thine  own : 
Hear  us,  Holy  Jesu. 

3  Thou  with  sinners  wont  to  eat. 
Who  with  loving  words  didst  greet 
Mary  weeping  at  Thy  feet: 

Hear  us.  Holy  Jesu. 

4  Thou  Whose  saddened  look  did  chide 
Peter  when  he  thrice  denied. 

Till  with  bitter  tears  he  cried: 
Hear  us.  Holy  Jesu. 
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5  Thou  Who  hanging  on  the  tree 
To  the  thief  saidst,  "Thou  shalt  be 
To-day  in  Paradise  with  Me:" 
Hear  us,  Holy  Jesu. 

0  Thou,  despised,  denied,  refused, 
And  for  nuin's  transgressions  bruised, 
Sinless,  yet  of  sin  accused: 
Hear  us,  Holy  Jesu. 

7  Thou  Who  on  the  cross  didst  reign. 
Dying  there  in  bitter  pain. 
Cleansing  with  Thy  blood  our  stain: 

Hear  us.  Holy  Jesu. 

8  Shepherd  of  the  straying  sheep, 
Comforter  of  them  that  weep. 
Hear  us  crying  from  the  deep: 

Hear  us,  Holy  Jesu. 

9  That  in  Thy  pure  innocence 

AVe  may  wash  our  souls'  offence, 
And  find  truest  penitence : 
We  beseech  Thee,  Jesu. 

10  That  we  give  to  sin  no  place, 
That  we  never  quench  Thy  grace. 
That  we  ever  seek  Thy  face : 

We  beseech  Thee,  Jesu. 

11  That  denying  evil  lust. 
Living  godly,  meek,  and  just. 
In  Thee  only  we  may  trust : 

We  beseech  Thee,  Jesu, 

12  That  to  sin  forever  dead. 
We  may  live  to  Thee  instead. 
And  the  narrow  pathway  tread : 

We  beseech  Thee,  Jesu. 

13  When  shall  end  the  battle  sore. 
When  our  pilgrimage  is  o'er. 
Grant  Thy  peace  for  evermore: 

We  beseech  Thee,  Jesu. 


LITAXY   OF   PEXITEXCE. 

520  7.7.7.6 

Part  I. 

FATHER,  hear  Thv  children's  call: 
Humbly  at  Thy  feet  we  fall, 
Prodigals,  confessing  all: 

We  beseech  Thee,  hear  us. 


LITANIES. 


2  riirist,  beneath  Thy  cross  we  bhiine 
All  our  life  of  siu  auil  shame; 
reiiitent  we  breathe  Thy  Name: 

We  beseeeli  Thee,  hear  us. 

3  Holy  Spirit,  {j^rieved  and  tried, 
'  )ft  forj^otten  and  tlelied, 

Now  we  mourn  our  stubborn  pride: 
We  beseech  Thee,  hear  us. 

4  Love,  that  caused  us  first  to  be. 
Love,  that  bled  ui)on  the  tree, 
Love,  that  draws  us  lovingly: 

We  beseech  Thee,  hear  us. 

5  We  Thy  call  liave  disobeyed, 
Into  paths  of  sin  have  strayed. 
And  repentance  have  delayeil: 

We  beseech  Thee,  hear  us. 

G  Sick,  we  come  to  Thee  for  cure, 
(iuilty,  seek  Thy  mercy  sure. 
Evil,  lon<;  to  be  made  pure: 

We  beseech  Thee,  hear  us. 

7  Blind,  we  pray  that  we  may  see. 
Bound,  we  pray  to  be  made  free. 
Stained,  we  pray  for  sanctity: 

We  beseech  Thee,  hear  us. 

8  Thou  Who  hear'st  each  contrite  sigh 
]Jidding  sinful  souls  draw  nigh, 
Willing  not  that  one  should  die: 

We  beseech  Thee,  liear  us. 

Part  IL 

0  By  the  gracious  saving  call, 
Sj token  tenderly  to  all 
Who  have  shared  in  Adam's  fall. 
We  beseech  Thee,  hear  us. 

10  By  the  nature  Jesus  wore. 

By  the  stripes  and  death  He  bore. 
By  His  life  for  evermore. 

We  beseech  Thee,  hear  us. 

11  liy  the  love  that  longs  to  bless, 
I'itying  our  sore  distress, 
J^eading  us  to  lioliiiess, 

We  beseech  Thee,  hear  us. 

12  By  tlie  love  so  calm  and  strong, 
Patient  still  to  suifer  wrong 
And  our  «lay  (»f  grace  i)rol<tng. 

We  l»eseech  Thee,  liear  us. 
IGO 


l:j  By  the  love  that  speaks  within, 
Calling  us  to  fiee  from  sin. 
And  tlie  joy  of  goodness  win. 
We  beseech  Thee,  hear  us. 

14  By  the  love  that  bids  Thee  spare. 
By  the  heaven  Thou  dost  prepare. 
By  Thy  i)romises  to  prayer. 

We  beseech  Thee,  hear  us. 

Pakt  IIL 

15  Teach  us  what  Thy  love  has  borne, 
That  with  loving  s<mtow  torn 
Truly  contrite  we  may  mourn: 

We  beseech  Thee,  hear  us. 

1(3  Gifts  of  light  and  grace  bestow. 
Help  us  to  resist  the  foe, 
Fearing  what  alone  is  woe: 

We  beseech  Thee,  hear  us. 

17  Let  not  sin  within  us  reign, 
May  we  gladly  sutler  pain. 
If  it  purge  away  our  stain: 

We  beseech  Thee,  hear  us. 

18  May  we  to  all  evil  die, 
Fleshly  longings  crucify, 

Fix  our  hearts  and  thoughts  on  high: 
We  beseech  Thee,  hear  us. 

19  Grant  us  faith  to  know  Thee  near. 
Hail  Thy  grace,  Thy  judgment  fear, 
And  through  trial  i)ersevere: 

We  beseech  Thee,  hear  us. 

20  (rrant  us  hope  from  earth  to  rise. 
And  to  strain  with  eager  eyes 
Towards  the  i)romised  heavenly  prize 

We  beseech  Thee,  hear  us. 

21  Grant  us  love  Thy  love  to  owni, 
Love  to  live  for  Thee  alone. 

And  the  power  of  grace  make  known: 
We  beseech  Tliee,  hear  us. 

22  All  our  weak  endeavors  bless. 
As  we  ever  onward  i>ress, 
Till  we  perfect  holiness: 

We  beseech  Tliee,  hear  us. 

2:}  Lead  us  daily  nearer  Thee, 
Till  at  last  Thy  face  we  see. 
Crowned  with  Thine  own  ])urity: 
We  beseech  Thee,  hear  us. 


LITANIES. 


521  7.7.7.6. 

THE   AVOKDS    OX    THE    CKO.SS. 

Takt  I. 

"Father  forgive  tbeiii,  for  they  know  not  what  they 
do."— St.  Luke,  xxiii.  34. 

JESU,  ill  Thy  dyinij  woes, 
Even  while  Thy  life-blood  flows, 
Craving  pardon  for  Thy  foes: 
Hear  lis,  Holy  Jesu. 

2  Saviour,  for  our  pardon  sue. 
When  our  sins  Thy  pangs  renew, 
For  we  know  not  what  we  do: 
Hear  us,  Holy  Jesu. 

0  Oh,  may  we,  who  mercy  need, 
Be  like  Thee  in  heart  and  deed, 
When  with  wrong  our  spirits  bleed: 

Hear  us,  Holy  Jesu. 

Pakt  II. 

"To-day  shalt  thou  be  with  ;Me  in  Paradise." 
St.  Luke,  xxiii.  43. 

1  Jesu,  pitying  the  sighs 

Of  the  thief,  who  near  Thee  dies, 
Promising  him  Paradise: 
Hear  us.  Holy  Jesu. 

2  May  we,  in  our  guilt  and  shame, 
.Still  Thy  love  and  mercy  claim. 
Calling  humbly  on  Thy  Xame: 

Hear  us.  Holy  Jesu. 

3  Oh,  remember  us  who  pine. 
Looking  from  our  cross  to  Thine; 
Cheer  our  souls  with  hope  divine: 

Hear  us.  Holy  Jesu. 

Part  III. 

"  "Woman,  behold  thy  son."    "  Behold  thy  mother." 
St.  Joh>-,  xix.  26,  27. 

1  Jesu,  loving  to  the  end 

Her  whose  heart  Thy  sorrows  rend. 
And  Thy  dearest  human  friend: 
Hear  us.  Holy  Jesu. 

2  May  we  in  Thy  sorrows  share, 
And  for  Thee  all  peril  dare. 
And  enjoy  Thy  tender  care: 

Hear  us,  Holy  Jesu. 
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3  May  we  all  Thy  htvcd  ones  be, 
All  one  holy  family. 
Loving  for  the  love  of  Thee: 
Hear  us,  Holy  Jesu. 

Pakt  IV. 

"  My  God,  My  God,  why  hast  Thou  forsaken  Me." 
—St.  Matt,  xxvii.  46. 

1  Jesu,  whelmed  in  fears  unknown, 
With  our  evil  left  alone. 

While  no  light  from  heaven  is  shown: 
Hear  us.  Holy  Jesu. 

2  When  we  vainly  seem  to  pray, 
And  our  hope  seems  far  away, 
In  the  darkness  be  our  stay : 

Hear  us.  Holy  Jesu. 

3  Though  no  Father  seem  to  hear. 
Though  no  light  our  spirits  cheer. 
Tell  our  faith  that  God  is  near: 

Hear  us.  Holy  Jesu. 

Part  Y. 
"  I  thirst."— St.  Johx,  xix.  28. 

1  Jesu,  in  Thy  thirst  and  pain. 

While  Thy  wounds  Thy  life-blood  drain. 
Thirsting  more  our  love  to  gain: 
Hear  us,  Holy  Jesu. 

2  Thirst  for  us  in  mercv  still ; 
All  Thy  holy  work  fulfill : 
Satisfy  Thy  loving  will: 

Hear  us,  Holy  Jesu. 

3  May  we  thirst  Thy  love  to  know; 
Lead  us  in  our  sin  and  woe 
AVhere  the  healing  waters  How: 

Hear  us,  Holy  Jesu. 

Part  VI. 

"  It  is  finished. "—St.  John,  xix.  30. 

1  Jesu,  all  our  ransom  paid. 
All  Thy  Fathers  will  obeyed. 
By  Thy  sufferings  perfect  made: 

Hear  us.  Holy  Jesu. 

2  Save  us  in  our  soul's  distress, 
Be  our  help  to  cheer  and  bless, 
While  we  grow  in  holiness: 

Hear  us.  Holy  Jesu. 


LITAXIES. 


3  Brijihten  all  our  heavenward  way. 
With  an  ever  holier  ray, 
Till  we  pass  to  i)erfect  day: 
Hear  us,  Holy  Jesu. 


I'AIIT  VII. 

"  Father  into  Thy  hands  I  conunend  My  Spirit." 
St.  Luke,  xxiii.  46. 

1  Jesu,  all  Thy  lahor  vast. 

All  Thy  woe  and  contiict  past, 
Yielding  up  Thy  soul  at  last: 
Hear  us,  Holy  Jesu. 

2  When  the  death  shades  round  us  lower, 
Guard  us  from  the  tenii)ter's  power, 
Keep  us  in  that  trial  hour: 

Hear  us.  Holy  Jesu. 

3  May  Thy  life  and  death  supply 
Grace  to  live  and  grace  to  die, 
Grace  to  reach  the  home  on  high: 

Hear  us,  Holy  Jesu. 


LITANY  OF   THE  FOUR    LAST  THINGS. 


522 


JESU,  life  of  those  who  die. 
Advocate  with  God  on  high, 
Hope  of  immortality: 

Hear  us,  Holy  Jesu. 

2  Thou  Whose  death  to  mortals  gave 
Power  to  triumph  o'er  the  grave, 
Living  now,  from  death  to  save: 

Hear  us.  Holy  Jesu. 

3  Thou  before  Whose  great  white  throne 
All  our  doings  must  he  shown. 
Pleading  now  for  us  Thine  own: 

Hear  us,  Holy  Jesu. 


4  Thou  Whose  (hsath  was  borne  that  we, 
From  the  jjowei*  of  Satan  free, 
Might  not  die  eternally: 
Hear  us,  Holy  Jesu. 

.5  Thou  Who  dost  a  i)lace  prepare, 

That  in  iK^avenly  mansions  fair 

Sinners  may  Thy  glory  share: 

Hear  us,  Holy  Jesu. 

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DEATH. 

0  We  are  dying  day  by  day; 
Soon  from  earth  we  pass  away; 
Lord  of  life,  to  Thee  we  pray: 
Hear  us.  Holy  Jesu. 

7  Ere  we  hear  the  angel's  call. 
And  the  shadows  round  us  fall. 
Be  our  Saviour,  be  our  all: 

Hear  us,  Holy  Jesu. 

8  Wean  our  hearts  from  things  below 
Make  us  all  Thy  htvu  to  know: 
Guard  us  from  our  ghostly  foe: 

Hear  us,  Holy  Jesu. 

9  Shelter  us  with  angel's  wing; 
To  our  souls  Thy  i)ardon  bring; 
So  shall  death  have  lost  its  sting: 

Hear  us.  Holy  Jesu. 

10  In  the  gloom  Thy  light  provide; 
Safely  through  tlie  valley  guide; 
Thee  we  trust,  for  Thou  hast  died: 
Hear  us,  Holy  Jesu. 


JUDGMENT. 

11  When  Thy  summons  we  obey 
On  the  dreadfiU  Judgment  day, 
Let  not  fear  our  soul  dismay: 

Hear  us.  Holy  Jesu. 

12  While  the  lost  in  terror  fly, 
May  we  see  with  joyful  eye 
Our  redemption  drawing  nigh: 

Hear  us.  Holy  Jesu. 

13  May  we  see  Thee  on  Thy  throne 
As  the  Saviour  we  have  kn(>wn. 
And  have  followed  as  our  own: 

Hear  us,  Holy  Jesu. 

14  May  we  then,  among  the  blest 
Who  Thy  Name  on  earth  confessed. 
Hear  Thee  calling  us  to  rest: 

Hear  us,  Holv  Jesu. 


HELL. 

From  the  awful  place  of  doom. 
Where  in  rayless  outer  gloom 
Dead  souls  lie  as  in  a  tomb. 
Save  us,  Holy  Jesu. 


FOR   ClULDKEX. 


IG  From  the  black,  the  dull  despair 
Kuined  men  and  anuels  share, 
From  the  dread  comi)aiiious  there. 
Save  us,  Holy  Jesu. 

17  From  the  unknown  agonies 
Of  the  soul  that  helpless  lies; 
From  the  worm  that  never  dies, 

Save  us,  Holy  Jesu. 

18  From  the  lusts  that  none  can  tame, 
From  the  tierce  mysterious  tlame. 
From  the  everlasting  shame, 

Save  us.  Holy  Jesu. 

IIEAVEX. 

19  Where  Thy  saints  in  glory  reign, 
Free  from  sorrow,  free  from  pain. 
Pure  from  every  guilty  staiu, 

Bring  us,  Holy  Jesu. 

20  "Where  the  captives  find  release, 
Where  all  foes  from  troubling  cease. 
Where  the  weary  rest  in  peace. 

Bring  us.  Holy  Jesu. 

21  Where  the  pleasures  never  cloy. 
Where  in  angels'  holy  joy 

Thy  redeemed  their  powers  employ. 
Bring  us.  Holy  Jesu. 

22  Where  in  wondrous  light  are  shown 
All  Thy  dealings  with  Thine  own, 
Who  shall  know  as  they  are  known. 

Bring  us,  Holy  Jesu. 

23  Where,  with  loved  ones  gone  before, 
We  may  love  Thee  and  adore 

In  Thy  presence  evermore, 
Bring  us,  Holy  Jesu. 


523 


IX. — gippcntiix* 


FOR   CHILDREX. 


JESUS,  King  of  glory 
Throned  above  the  sky 
Jesus,  tender  Saviour, 

Hear  Thy  children  cry. 
Pardon  our  transgressions, 
Cleanse  us  from  our  sin; 
By  Thy  Spirit  help  us 
Heavenly  life  to  win. 
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6.5. 


Jesus,  King  of  glory 
Throned  aliove  the  sky, 

Jesus,  tender  Saviour, 
Hear  Thy  children  cry. 

2  On  tliis  day  of  gladness, 

Bending  low  the  knee 
In  Thine  earthly  temple, 

Lord,  we  worshi})  Thee; 
Celebrate  Thy  goodness, 

Mercy,  grace,  and  truth, 
All  Thy  loving  guidance 

Of  our  heedless  youth; 
Jesus,  King  of  glory 

Throned  above  the  sky, 
Jesus,  tender  Saviour, 

Hear  our  grateful  cry. 

3  For  the  little  children. 

Who  have  come  to  Thee; 
For  the  glad,  bright  spirits 

Who  Thy  glory  see; 
For  the  loved  ones  resting 

In  Thy  dear  embrace; 
For  the  pure  and  holy 

Who  behold  Thy  face, 
Jesus,  King  of  glory 

Throned  above  the  sky, 
Jesus,  tender  Saviour, 

Hear  our  grateful  cry. 

4  For  Thy  faithful  servants 

Who  have  entered  in; 
For  Thy  fearless  soldiers 

Who  have  conquered  sin; 
For  the  countless  legions 

Who  have  followed  Thee, 
Heedless  of  the  danger, 

On  to  victory; 
Jesus,  King  of  glory 

Throned  above  the  sky, 
Jesus,  tender  Saviour, 

Hear  our  grateful  cry. 

5  When  the  shadows  lengthen, 

Show  us,  Lord,  Thy  way; 
Through  the  darkness  lead  us 

To  the  heavenly  day. 
When  our  course  is  finished, 

Ended  all  the  strife. 
Grant  us  with  the  faithful 

Palms  and  crowns  of  life. 
Jesus,  King  of  glory 

Throned  above  the  sky, 
Jesus,  tender  Saviour, 

Hear  Thy  children  cry. 


FOli   ClULUliiiX. 


524 

\  \  "^ITII  jiladsome  hearts  Ave  come, 
T  T       Within  vnv  holy  home 

Our  I>avioui's  Name  to  sing. 
Oil,  well  Ilis  House  we  love! 
Oh,  Joy  all  joys  above 

To  praise  the  children's  Kini;! 

2  The  anirols  sine:  on  hiijh 
Thy  iilory  through  the  sky, 

And  then  tt)  earth  they  wing; 
To  guard  us  while  we  sleep 
And,  as  their  wateh  they  keep, 

To  i)raise  the  children  s  King. 

3  Oh,  may  we  while  we  live 
^>uch  willing  service  give, 

A  holy  offering. 
And  still  thy  glory  show 
By  deeds  of  love  below% 

To  praise  the  children' s  King. 

4  And  may  our  liearts  aspire 
To  join  the  heavenly  choir, 

"Whose  strains  forever  ring; 
And  learn  on  earth  their  hymn, 
The  song  of  serai)liim. 

To  praise  the  children's  King. 

5  O  Light  of  Light,  to  Thee 
Let  earth  and  sky  and  sea 

Eternal  homage  bring; 
And  grant  us  through  Thy  love 
Before  Thy  throne  above 

To  praise  the  children's  King. 


()S. 


525 


C10ME,  praise  your  Lord  and  Saviour 
/     In  strains  of  holy  mirth; 
(iive  thanks  to  Him,  O  children, 

Who  lived  a  child  on  earth. 
He  loved  the  little  children, 

And  calle<l  them  to  His  side, 

His  loving  arms  embraced  them, 

And  for  their  sake  He  died. 

O  .Jesus,  we  would  ]iraisi>  Thee 

With  songs  of  holy  joy; 
For  Thou  on  earth  clidst  s<»journ 

A  ))ure  and  spotless  boy. 
Make  us  like  Tlice,  obedient, 

Like  Tliee  from  sin-stains  free, 
Like  Thee  in  (iod's  own  temple, 

Jn  l<»\vly  home  like  Thee. 


3  O  Jesus,  we  would  ])raise  Thee, 

The  lowly  maiden's  son: 
In  Thee  all  gentlest  graces 

Are  gathered  into  one. 
Oh,  give  that  best  adornment 

That  Christian  child  can  wear, 
The  meek  and  (juiet  spirit 

Which  shone  in  Thee  so  fair  I 

4  O  Lord,  with  voices  lifted 

We  sing  our  songs  of  praise; 
Be  Thou  the  light  and  i)attern 

Of  all  our  childhood's  days; 
And  lead  us  ever  onward, 

That  while  we  stay  below, 
We  may,  like  Thee,  ()  Jesus, 

In  grace  and  wisdom  grow. 


526  8.7. 

TESUS,  tender  Shei)herd,  hear  me; 
Bless  Thy  little  lamb  to-night; 
Through  the  darkness  be  Thou  near  me; 
Keep  me  safe  till  morning  light. 

2  All  this  day  Thy  hand  has  led  me. 

And  I  thank  Thee  for  Thy  care; 
Thou  hast  warmed  me,  clothed  and  fed  me; 
Listen  to  my  evening  prayer  I 

3  Let  my  sins  be  all  forgiven; 

Bless  the  friends  I  love  so  well : 
Take  us  all  at  last  to  heaven, 
Happy  there  with  Thee  to  dwell. 


527 


6.5. 


NOW  the  day  is  over, 
Night  is  drawing  nigh; 
Shadows  of  the  evening 
Steal  across  the  sky; 

2  Jesus,  give  the  weary 

Calm  and  sweet  repose; 
With  Tliy  tenderest  l)lessing 
^May  (»ur  eyelids  close. 

3  Grant  to  little  children 

A'isions  bright  of  Thee; 
(iuard  the  sailors  tossing 
On  the  dee}),  blue  sea. 

4  Comfort  every  sufferer 

Watching  late  in  ]>ain; 
Those  who  i)lan  some  evil 
From  their  sins  restrain. 


FOR   CIIlLDPvEX. 


5  Through  the  hm^^  nifjht-watches 
May  Tliine  angels  si)rea(l 
Their  white  wings  above  me, 
Watching  round  my  bed. 

G  "When  the  morning  wakens, 
Then  may  I  arise 
Pure,  and  fresh,  and  sinless 
In  Thy  holy  eyes. 


530 


8.3.3.G. 


528  s.  M. 

E  come,  Lord,  to  Thy  feet 
On  this  Thy  holy  day: 
Oh,  come  to  us,  while  here  we  meet 
To  learn,  and  praise,  and  pray ! 


w 


I 


2  Our  many  sins  forgive; 

The  Holy  Spirit  send; 
And  teach  us  to  begin  to  live 
The  life  that  knows  no  end. 

3  Lord,  fill  our  hearts  with  love; 

Our  teachers'  labors  own; 
That  we  and  they  may  meet  above. 
To  sing  before  Thy  throne. 

529  8.5.7.5. 

GLORY  to  the  blessed  Jesus ! 
Who  for  us  was  born, 
In  the  stable,  cold  and  poor, 
On  glad  Christmas  morn. 

2  Glory  to  the  blessed  Jesus! 

Who  was  crucified 
On  Good  Friday  for  our  sins: 
Loving  us  He  died. 

3  Glory  to  the  blessed  Jesus ! 

Who  for  sinners  lay 
In  the  tomb,  and  rose  upon 
Happy  Easter  day. 

4  Glory  to  the  blessed  Jesus ! 
He  Who  is  our  Way 

Went  up  in  a  cloud  to  heaven 
On  Ascension  day. 

5  Glory  to  the  blessed  Jesus! 
Who  at  AVhitsuntide 

Sent  His  Holy  Spirit  down 
With  us  to  abide. 

6  Glory  to  the  blessed  Jesus ! 
We  will  praise  His  love. 

All  our  days  on  earth  below, 
And  for  aye  above. 
165 


ALL  my  heart  this  night  rejoices, 
As  1  hear. 
Far  and  near, 
Sweetest  angel  voices; 
''Christ  is  born,"  their  choirs  are  singing, 
Till  the  air 
Everywhere 
Now  with  joy  is  ringing. 

2  Hark !  a  voice  from  yonder  manger. 

Soft  and  sweet. 

Doth  entreat, 
"Flee  from  woe  and  danger; 
Brethren,  come,  from  all  doth  grieve  you, 

You  are  freed, 

All  you  need 
I  will  surely  give  you." 

3  Come,  then,  let  us  hasten  yonder; 

Here  let  all, 

Great  and  small, 
Kneel  in  awe  and  wonder: 
Love  Him  who  with  love  is  yearning; 

Hail  the  Star 

That  from  far 
Bright  with  hope  is  burning ! 

4  Thee,  dear  Lord,  with  heed  I'll  cherish. 

Live  to  Thee, 

And  with  Thee 
Dying,  shall  not  perish; 
But  shall  dwell  with  Thee  forever, 

Far  on  high, 

In  the  joy 
That  can  alter  never. 


531  8.6.8.6.8.6.8.4. 

OY  fills  our  inmost  hearts  to-day! 


J 


The  royal  Child  is  born: 
And  angel  hosts  in  glad  array 
His  Advent  keep  this  morn. 

Rejoice,  rejoice!     Th'  incarnate  Word 
Has  come  on  earth  to  dwell ; 

No  sweeter  sound  than  this  is  heard, 
Emmanuel ! 

2  Low^  at  the  cradle  throne  we  bend. 
We  wonder  and  adore; 
And  feel  no  bliss  can  ours  transcend. 
No  joy  was  sweet  before. 
Rejoice,  etc. 


FOR   CIIILDllEX. 


3  For  us  the  world  must  lose  its  charms 

Before  the  manner  shrine. 
When,  folded  in  Thy  mother's  arms. 
We  see  Thee,  Babe  divine, 
Kejoice,  etc. 

4  Thou  Lipht  of  uncreated  Light, 

Shine  on  us.  Holy  Child: 
That  we  may  keep  Thy  birthday  bright, 
With  service  undeliled. 
Kejoice,  etc. 


532  8.7.8.7.7.7. 

OXCE  in  royal  David's  city 
Stood  a  lowly  cattle  shed, 
Where  a  mother  laid  her  baby. 

In  a  manger  for  His  bed; 
Mary  was  tllat  mother  mild, 
Jesus  Christ  her  little  child. 

2  He  came  down  to  earth  from  heaven 
Who  is  God  and  Lord  of  all. 
And  His  shelter  w  as  a  stable, 
And  His  cradle  was  a  stall; 
With  the  poor,  and  mean,  and  lowly, 
Lived  on  earth  our  Saviour  holy. 

.3  And,  through  all  His  wondrous  childhood. 

He  would  honor  and  obey, 
Love,  and  watch  the  lowly  maiden 

In  whose  gentle  arms  He  lay; 
Christian  children  all  must  be 
Mild,  obedient,  good  as  He. 

4  For  He  is  our  childhood's  pattern; 

Day  by  day  like  us  He  grew; 
He  was  little,  weak  and  heli)less. 

Tears  and  smiles  like  us  He  knew; 
And  He  feeleth  for  our  sadness. 
And  He  shareth  in  our  gladness, 

.0  And  our  eyes  at  last  shall  see  Him, 
Through  His  own  redeeming  love; 

For  that  child  so  dear  and  gentle 
Is  our  Ijord  in  heaven  above; 

And  He  leads  His  children  on 

To  the  jilace  where  He  is  gone. 

(')  X(tt  in  that  poor  lowly  stable, 

\Vith  the  oxen  standing  l)y. 
We  shall  see  Him;  liul  in  heaven. 

Set  at  (iod's  light  hand  <»n  high; 
Whe.i  lik(!  stars  His  children  crowned. 
All  in  white  shall  wait  around. 


533 


6.5. 


^V^OW  a  new  year  opens, 
JJN      Now  we  newly  turn 
To  the  holy  Saviour, 
Lessons  fresh  to  learn. 

2  This  the  holy  lesson 

On  the  year's  first  day; 
Jesus  by  obedience 
Teaches  to  obey. 

3  Of  Thy  cross  thus  early, 

Tokens  Thou  dost  give; 
By  Thy  wounds  Thou  healest; 
By  Thy  death  we  live. 

4  Not  to  suffer  only, 

Jesus,  didst  Thou  come. 
But  to  leave  us  way-marks 
Pointing  to  our  home. 

5  In  Thy  blessed  footsteps 

Ever  may  we  tread ; 
Safe  when  keeping  near  Thee, 
By  Thy  Spirit  led. 


534  8.: 

SAW  you  never,  in  the  twilight. 
When  the  sun  had  left  the  skies, 
Up  in  heaven  the  clear  stars  shining 

Through  the  gloom,  like  silver  eyes  ? 
So  of  old  the  wise  men,  watching. 

Saw  a  little  stranger  star. 
And  they  knew  the  King  was  given. 
And  tiiey  followed  it  from  far. 

2  Heard  you  never  of  the  story 

Ilow'they  crossed  the  desert  wild, 
Journeyed  on  by  i)lain  and  mountain, 

Till  they  found  tlie  holy  Child*? 
How  they  opened  all  their  treasure. 

Kneeling  to  that  infant  King; 
Gave  the  gold  and  fragrant  incense, 

Gave  the  myrrh  in  otTering. 

3  Know  ve  not  that  lowly  baby 

Was'the  bright  and  morning  Star? 
He  Who  came  to  light  thi' (ientiles. 

And  the  darkened  isles  afar'.* 
And,  we  too.  may  seek  His  cradle: 

There  our  hearts"  best  treasures  bring ; 
Love,  an<l  faith,  and  true  <lev(»tion. 

For  our  Saviour,  God,  and  King. 


FOR  CIIILDUEX. 


535 


7s   537 


LAMB  of  God,  for  sinners  slain: 
By  Thy  mercy  born  again, 
For  Thy  guidance  still  we  pray, 
Lest  from  grace  we  fall  away. 

2  By  the  mystic,  cleansing  flood, 
By  the  Water  and  the  Blood, 
Washed  and  sanctified  to  Thee, 
Holy  may  we  ever  be. 

3  Aid  us  with  Thy  daily  grace 
Steadfastly  to  run  our  race; 
Grant  us  victory  in  the  strife, 
And  the  prize  of  endless  life. 

4  Praise  to  Thee,  from  all  on  earth, 
God,  Who  gavest  us  new  birth; 
Praise  from  all  the  heavenly  host; 
Father,  Son,  and  Holy  Ghost. 


536 


6.5. 


GOLDEX  harps  are  sounding, 
Angel  voices  sing. 
Pearly  gates  are  oi)ened, 
Opened  for  the  King; 
Jesus,  King  of  glory, 
Jesus,  King  of  love, 
Is  gone  up  in  triumph 
To  His  throne  above. 
All  His  work  is  ended. 

Joyfully  we  sing; 
Jesus  hatli  ascended ! 
Glory  to  our  King ! 

He  Who  came  to  save  us. 

He  W^ho  bled  and  died, 
Now  is  crowned  with  glory, 

At  His  Father's  side. 
Never  more  to  suffer, 

Never  more  to  die; 
Jesus,  King  of  glory. 

Is  gone  up  on  high ! 
All  His  work,  etc. 

Pleading  for  His  children 

In  that  blessed  place, 
Calling  them  to  glory, 

Sending  them  His  grace; 
His  bright  home  preparing. 

Faithful  ones,  for  you ; 
Jesus  ever  liveth. 

Ever  loveth  too. 
All  His  work,  etc. 
167 


GREAT  Creator,  Lord  of  all, 
Father,  Friend,  on  Tliee  we  call 
Hear  Thy  cliildren's  i)rayer. 
Guide  us,  rule  us,  as  is  best. 
With  Thy  loving  favor  blest. 
Till  we  reach  Thy  home  of  rest, 
And  are  with  Thee  there. 

2  Jesus,  Who  for  man  didst  die, 
Who  dost  plead  Thy  death  on  high. 

And  our  place  prepare; 
From  sin's  bondage  set  us  free. 
Lead  us  onward  after  Thee, 
Till  with  joy  Thy  face  we  see. 

And  Thy  likeness  wear. 

3  Holy  Spirit,  Life,  and  Light, 
Wisdom,  Pureness,  Love,  and  Might, 

Fallen  souls  restore ; 
Guide  our  spirits  when  we  pray. 
Cheer  us,  help  us  on  our  way. 
Make  us  holier  day  by  day. 

Till  we  sin  no  more. 

4  Ever  blessed  Three  in  One, 
May  Thy  Mill  in  us  be  done, 

Show  in  us  Thy  love; 
Keep  us  Thine  while  here  below, 
Make  us  in  Thy  grace  to  grow. 
And  at  last  Thy  glory  know 

In  the  world  above. 


538 


7s. 


GLORY  to  the  Father  give, 
God  in  Whom  we  move  and  live; 
Children's  prayers  He  deigns  to  hear, 
Children's  songs  delight  His  ear. 

2  Glory  to  the  Son  we  bring, 

Christ  our  Prophet,  Priest,  and  King; 
Children  raise  your  sweetest  strain 
To  the  Lamb,  for  He  was  slain. 

3  Glory  to  the  Holy  Ghost! 
Be  this  day  a  Pentecost ; 
Children's  minds  may  He  inspire, 
Touch  their  tongues  with  holy  fire. 

4  Glory  in  the  highest  be 
To  the  blessed  Trinity, 
For  the  Gospel  from  above, 

For  the  word  that  ' '  God  is  love. ' ' 


Foil    CIIILDKEX. 


G' 


8.7.8.7.4.7.    541 
temple 


539 

^OI)  Alini<:lity.  in  Th\ 

Low  befiiro  Thy  tliioiie  we  bow; 
From  Thy  dwellin«:-i>hice  in  <jloiy 
Hear  t>ur  supi>lioations  now, 

Wliile  Ave  otter 
Earnest  i)rayer  and  solemn  vow. 

"2  Clirist  our  Saviour,  Thou  "Who  carest 
For  the  younj^est  of  Thy  fold. 
Give  us  now  Thy  heavenly  blessing, 
As  Thou  didst  in  days  of  old; 

Priceless  treasure. 
Richer  far  than  gems  or  gold. 

3  God  tlie  IToly  Ghost,  be  near  us; 

Ever  dwell  our  hearts  within; 
Keep  them  i)ure,  and  brave,  and  earnest, 
Give  us  grace  to  concjuer  sin. 

And,  through  Jesus, 
Heaven's  eternal  crown  to  win, 

4  Holy  Trinity,  defend  us 

In  a  world  with  evil  rife; 
Let  Thine  angel-guards  surround  us, 
In  each  sore  and  bitter  strife: 

Oh,  preserve  us 
Unto  everlastinij  life  I 


540 


7s. 


KIXG  of  glory!  Saviour  dear! 
Grant  us  grace  to  persevere: 
Leader  of  the  hosts  (►f  (iod. 
May  we  tread  where  Thou  hast  trod! 

2  Once  for  Thee,  the  rrucified. 
Many  a  faithful  martyr  died: 
How  can  we.  Thy  children,  show 
All  our  love  for  all  Thy  woe '} 

:i  They  for  Thee  faced  axe  and  wheel. 
Fire,  and  beasts,  and  jtiercing  steel: 
Like  them,  may  we  sulfer  shame. 
Pain  or  loss  for  Tiiy  dear  Name. 

4  Hearing  calndy  for  our  Lord 
Thoughtless  jest  or  bitter  word; 
Curbing  angry  sjteech  and  tear. 
Strong  in  Thee  to  jjcrsevere. 

5  Persevere,  Thy  yoke  is  light! 
I'erseveic,  'I'Jiy  crown  is  bright! 
Persevere,  and  we  shall  sing 

In  the  i»alace  of  our  King  I 
108 


(5.5. 


TEST'S,  high  in  glory, 
Lend  a  listening  ear: 
Wlien  we  bow  before  Thee, 
Children's  i)raises  hear. 


2  Though  Thou  art  so  holy. 

Heaven's  almighty  King, 
Th(»u  wilt  stoop  to  listen. 
When  Thy  i)raise  we  sing. 

3  We  are  little  cliildren. 

Weak  and  ajtt  t(»  stray; 
Saviour,  guide  and  keep  us 
In  the  lieavcnly  w  ay. 

4  Save  us,  Lord,  from  sinning; 

Watch  us  day  by  day; 
Help  us  now  to  love  Thee; 
Take  our  sins  away. 

5  Then,  when  Thou  dost  call  us 

To  our  heavenly  home. 
AVe  shall  gladly  answer. 
Saviour,  Lord,  we  come. 


542 

GOD  of  mercy,  throned  on  high, 
Listen  from  Thy  lofty  seat; 
Hear,  oh,  hear  our  lowly  cry! 

Guide,  oh,  guitle  our  wandering  feet! 

2  Young  and  erring  travellers,  we 

All  our  dangers  do  not  know; 
Scarcely  fear  the  stormy  sea. 
Hardly  feel  the  tempest  blow. 

3  Jesus,  lover  of  the  young. 

Cleanse  us  with  Thy  blood  divine; 
Ere  the  title  of  sin  grow  strong. 
Make  us,  take  us,  keep  us  Thine. 


4  When  i)er])lexed  in  danger's  snare, 
Thou  alone  our  guide  canst  be; 
When  oi)pressed  with  deei»est  care. 
Whom  have  we  to  tiust  but  Thee? 


Let  us  ever  hear  Thy  voice. 
Ask  Thy  c(Uinsel  every  day: 

Saints  and  angels  will  rejoice, 
If  we  walk  in  wisdom's  way. 


I 


FOR    CIIILDKEX. 


6  Saviour,  give  us  faith,  and  i)()ur 
Hope  and  love  on  every  soul: 
Hope,  till  time  shall  be  uo  more 
Love,  while  endless  ajjes  roll. 


543 


7s. 


LOVING  Shepherd  of  Thy  sheep, 
Keep  Thy  lambs,  in  safety  keep ; 
Nothing  can  Thy  power  withstand ; 
None  can  pluck  us  from  Thy  hand. 

2  Loving  Saviour,  Thou  didst  give 
Thine  own  life  that  we  might  live; 
And  the  hands  outstretched  to  bless 
Bear  the  cruel  nails'  impress. 

3  We  would  praise  Thee  every  day, 
Gladly  all  Thy  will  obey. 

Like  Thy  blessed  ones  above 
Happy  in  Thy  precious  love. 

4  Loving  Shepherd,  ever  near. 
Teach  Thy  lambs  Thy  voice  to  hear; 
Suffer  not  our  steps  to  stray 

From  the  strait  and  narrow  way. 

5  Where  Thou  leadest  we  would  go, 
Walking  in  Thy  steps  below. 
Till  before  our  Father' s  throne 
We  shall  know  as  we  are  known. 


544 


.6. 


THERE'S  a  friend  for  little  children 
.  Above  the  bright  blue  sky, 
A  friend  Who  never  changes. 
Whose  love  will  never  die; 
Our  earthly  friends  may  fail  us. 

And  change  with  changing  years, 
This  friend  is  always  worthy 
Of  that  dear  Name  He  bears. 

There' s  a  rest  for  little  children. 

Above  the  bright  blue  sky, 
Who  love  the  blessed  Saviour, 

And  to  the  Father  cry ; 
A  rest  from  every  turmoil. 

From  sin  and  sorrow  free. 
Where  every  little  pilgrim 

Shall  rest  eternally. 

There' s  a  home  for  little  children 

Above  the  bright  blue  sky. 
Where  Jesus  reigns  in  glory, 

A  home  of  peace  and  joy; 
169 


No  home  on  earth  is  like  it, 
Nor  can  witli  it  compare; 

For  every  one  is  hapi)y. 

Nor  could  be  happier  there. 

There's  a  song  for  little  children 

Above  the  bright  blue  sky, 
A  song  that  will  not  weary. 

Though  sung  continually; 
A  song  which  even  angels 

Can  never,  never  sing; 
They  know  not  Christ  as  Saviour, 

But  worship  Him  as  King. 

There's  a  crown  for  little  children 

Above  the  bright  blue  sky, 
And  all  who  look  for  Jesus 

Shall  wear  it  by  and  by; 
All,  all  above  is  treasured. 

And  found  in  Christ  alone; 
Lord,  grant  Thy  little  children 

To  know  Thee  as  their  own. 


545  c.  M. 

COME,  Christian  children,  come  and  raise 
Your  voice  with  one  accord ; 
Come,  sing  in  joyful  songs  of  praise 
The  glories  of  your  Lord. 

2  Sing  of  the  wonders  of  His  love, 

And  loudest  praises  give 
To  Him  Who  left  His  throne  above. 
And  died  that  you  might  live. 

3  Sing  of  the  wonders  of  His  truth. 

And  read  in  every  page 
The  promise  made  to  earliest  youth, 
Fulfilled  to  latest  age. 

4  Sing  of  the  wonders  of  His  power, 

Who  with  His  own  right  arm 
Upholds  and  keeps  you  hour  by  hour, 
And  shields  from  every  harm. 

5  Sing  of  the  wonders  of  His  grace. 

Who  made  and  keeps  you  His, 
And  guides  you  to  the  appointed  place 
At  His  right  hand  in  bliss. 

546  8.7. 

GRACIOUS  Saviour,  gentle  Shepherd, 
Children  all  are  dear  to  Thee; 
Gathered  with  Thine  arms  and  carried 

In  Thy  bosom  may  we  be ; 
Sweetly,  fondly,  safely  tended. 
From  all  want  and  clanger  free. 


FOK    CJIILDKEN, 


4 


-'  Tt'iuler  Shepherd,  never  leave  us 
From  Thy  ft»kl  to  ^o  astray; 
By  Thy  look  of  love  direeteil 

May  we  walk  the  narrow  way; 
Thus  direct  us,  and  protect  us, 
Lest  we  fall  an  easy  prey. 

3  Cleanse  our  hearts  from  sinful  folly 

In  the  stream  Thy  love  supi)lied, 
Minified  stream  of  blood  and  water, 

Flowing  from  Thy  wounded  side; 
And  to  heavenly  pastures  lead  us, 

Where  Thy  own  still  waters  glide. 

4  Let  Thy  holy  Word  instruct  us; 

(iuide  us  daily  by  its  light; 
Let  Thy  love  and  grace  constrain  us 

To  ajiprove  whate'er  is  right; 
Take  Thine  easy  yoke,  and  wear  it, 

Strengthened  with  Thy  heavenly  might. 

5  Taught  to  lisp  the  holy  praises 

Which  on  earth  Thy  children  sing, 
B(Kh  witli  lips  and  liearts  unfeigned, 

May  we  our  tliank-otferings  bring; 
Then  with  all  the  saints  in  glory 

Join  to  praise  our  Lord  and  King. 


547 


8.7. 


HEAVENLY  Father,  send  Thy  blessing. 
On  Thy  children  gathered  here. 
May  they  all,  Thy  Name  confessing, 

Be  to  Thee  forever  dear; 
May  they  be  like  Joseph,  loving. 
Dutiful,  and  chaste,  and  i)ure; 
And  their  faith,  like  David,  i)roving, 
Steadfast  unto  death  endure. 

2  Holy  Saviour,  Who  in  meekness 

Didst  vouchsafe  a  child  to  be. 
Guide  their  steps  and  help  their  weakness, 

Bless  and  make  them  like  to  Thee; 
Bear  Thy  lambs  when  they  are  weary 

In  Tliine  arms  and  at  TJiy  l)reast; 
Through  life's  desert  dry  and  dreary, 

Bring  them  to  Thy  heavenly  rest. 

:j  S])read  Thy  golden  i)inions  o'er  them, 
II<»ly  Si)irit  fr(>m  above; 
Ciuide  them,  h^ad  them,  go  before  them, 

Give  them  jteace,  and  joy,  and  love: 
Temples  of  Thy  ^htrious  (iodhead. 

May  they  with  Thy  jiresence  shine. 
And  immortal  bliss  inherit, 
And  for  evermore  be  Thine. 
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548  8.8.8.8. 

A  VrnEN  in  the  Lord  Jehovah's  Name, 

▼  V       The  Savii>ur  lowly  riding  came. 
Loudest  and  first  an  infant  throng 
Greeted  His  coming  with  their  song, 
Hosanna  in  the  highest. 

2  We  too  are  taught  to  know  the  Lord, 
To  fear  His  Name,  to  read  His  Word; 
And  though  we  simple  are  and  young, 
Can  i)raise  Him  with  our  joyful  song, 

Hosanna  in  the  highest. 

3  Soon  shall  the  Lord  again  pass  by 

To  juilgment  from  His  throne  on  high; 
And  from  the  saints'  assenibled  throng. 
Shall  burst  upon  the  world  the  song, 
Hosanna  in  the  highest! 

4  Then  may  our  youthfid  band  be  found 
With  coronals  of  triumph  crowned; 
Baising,  the  heavenly  hosts  among. 
Our  chorus  (►f  eternal  song, 

Hosanna  in  the  highest. 


549 


CM. 


HOSANNA!  raise  the  pealing  hymn 
To  David's  Son  and  Lord: 
With  cherubim  and  seraphim, 
Exalt  the  Incarnate  Word. 

2  Hosanna!  Lord,  our  feeble  tongue 

No  U)fty  strains  can  raise; 
But  Thou  wilt  not  desi)ise  the  young, 
AVho  meekly  chant  Thy  praise. 

3  Hosanna!  Sovereign,  Proi)het,  Priest, 

IIow^  vast  Thy  gifts,  how  free! 
Thy  Blood,  our  life;  Thy  Word,  our  feast: 
Thy  Name,  our  only  plea. 

4  Hosanna !  once  Thy  gracious  ear 

Api)roved  a  lisping  throng; 
Be  gracious  still,  and  deign  to  hear 
Our  ever  grateful  song. 


P.  ^r. 

like   the   children 


550 

HOSANNA    we    sin- 
dear, 

In  till'  olden  days  when  the  Lord  lived  here; 
He   Idessed  little  children,   and  smiled  on 

them. 
While  they  chanted  His  praise  in  Jerusalem. 


FOR    CIIILDKEX. 


2  Alleluia  Ave  sino-,  like  the  children  bri<iht. 
With  their  harps  of  gold  and  their  raiment 

white, 
As  they  followed  their  Sliepherd,  with  lov- 
ing eyes, 
Through  the  beautiful  valleys  of  Paradise. 


I  wish  that  His  hands  had  been  i^laced  on 
my  head, 
That  His  arm  had  been  thrown  around  nie, 
And  thai:  I  miglit  have  seen  His  kind  look 

when  He  said, 
"Let  the  little  ones  come  unto  Me.'' 


;')  TTosanna  we  sing,  for  He  bends  His  ear. 
And  rejoices  the  hymns  of  His  own  to  hear: 
We  know  that  His  heart  will  never  wax  cold 
To  the  lambs  that  He  feeds  in  His  earthly 
fold. 

4  Alleluia  we  sing  in  the  Church  we  love. 
Alleluia  resounds  in  the  Church  above; 
To  Thy  little  ones,  Lord,  may  such  grace  be 

given, 
That  we  lose  not  our  part  in  the  song  of 
heaven. 

551  CM. 

^TTHEX  Jesus  left  His  Father' s  throne, 

V  V       He  chose  an  humble  birth ; 
Like  us,  unhonored  and  unknown, 

He  came  to  dwell  on  earth. 
Like  Him  may  we  be  found  below, 

In  wisdom's  path  of  peace; 
Like  Him  in  grace  and  knowledge  grow, 

As  years  and  strength  increase. 

2  Sweet  were  His  words  and  kind  His  look, 

AVhen  mothers  round  Him  pressed; 
Their  infants  in  His  arms  He  took. 

And  on  His  bosom  blessed. 
Safe  from  the  world's  alluring  harms, 

Beneath  His  watchful  eye. 
Thus  in  the  circle  of  His  arms 

May  we  forever  lie. 

3  AVhen  Jesus  into  Salem  rode. 

The  children  sang  around; 
For  joy  they  plucked  the  palms,  and  strowed 

Their  garments  on  the  ground. 
Hosanna  our  glad  voices  raise, 

Hosanna  to  our  King ! 
Should  we  forget  our  Saviour's  praise. 

The  stones  themselves  would  sing. 

552  p.  M. 

ITHIXK  when  I  read  that  sweet  story  of 
old, 
AVhen  Jesus  was  here  among  men, 
How  He  called  little  children  as  lambs  to 
His  fold, 
I  should  like  to  have  been  with  them  then. 
171 


3  Yet  still  to  His  footstool  in  prayer  I  may  go, 

And  ask  for  a  share  in  His  love; 
And  if  I  thus  earnestly  seek  Him  below, 
I  shall  see  Him  and  hear  IHm  above, 

4  In  that  beautiful  place  He  has  gone  to  pre- 

pare 
For  all  who  are  washed  and  forgiven; 
And  many  dear  children  shall  be  with  Him 
there, 
For  ''of  such  is  the  kingdom  of  heaven." 

5  But  thousands  and  thousands  who  wander 

and  fall, 
Xever  heard  of  that  heavenly  home ; 
I  wish  they  could  know  there  is  room  for 
them  all. 
And  that  Jesus  has  bid  them  to  come. 


553 

FATHER,  lead  us,  day  by  day. 
Ever  in  Thine  own  sweet  way; 
Teach  us  to  be  pure  and  true. 
Show  us  what  we  ought  to  do. 

2  AA^hen  in  danger  make  us  brave; 
Make  us  know  that  Thou  canst  save: 
Keep  us  safe  by  Thy  dear  side; 

Let  us  in  Thy  love  abide. 

3  AA'hen  we'  re  tempted  to  do  wrong. 
Make  us  steadfast,  wise,  and  strong;. 
And,  when  all  alone  we  stand, 
Shield  us  with  Thy  mighty  hand. 

4  AAlien  our  hearts  are  full  of  glee, 
Help  us  to  remember  Thee; 
Happy  most  of  all  to  know- 
That  our  Father  loves  us  so. 

5  AA^hen  our  Avork  seems  hard  and  dry, 
May  we  press  on  cheerily; 

Help  us  patiently  to  bear 

Pain  and  hardship,  toil  and  care. 

6  May  we  do  the  good  we  know. 
Be  Thy  children  true  below. 
Then  at  last  go  home  to  be 
Children  still,  dear  Lord,  to  Thee. 


7s. 


F(Ht  CniLDKEX. 


554 


7s.  556 


^AVIOUK:  teacli  me,  day  by  day, 
K^     Love's  sweet  lesson  to  obey; 
Sweeter  lessons  cannot  be, 
Loving  Him  Who  first  loved  me. 

2  Witli  a  childlike  heart  of  love, 
At  Thy  biddin<;  may  I  nuive; 
Prompt  to  serve  an<l  follow  Thee, 
Loving  Him  Who  first  loved  me. 

3  Teach  me  all  Thy  steps  to  trace, 
Strong  to  follow  in  Thy  grace; 
Learning  how  to  love  from  Thee; 
Loving  Him  Who  first  loved  me. 

4  Love  in  loving  finds  emi)loy, 
In  ftbedience  all  her  j<»y; 
Ever  new  that  joy  will  }>e, 
Loving  Him  Who  first  loved  me. 

5  Thus  may  I  rejoice  to  show 
Til  at  1  feel  the  love  1  owe; 
Singing,  till  Thy  face  I  see. 

Of  His  love  Who  first  loved  me. 


555 


LAMliof  God,  Ih.uk  f.Thee: 
Thou  shah  my  example  be: 
Thou  art  gentle,  meek,  and  mild, 
Thou  wast  once  a  little  child. 

2  Fain  I  would  be  as  Thou  art; 
Give  me  Thy  obedient  heart; 
Thou  art  i>itiful  and  kind. 
Let  me  have  Thy  loving  mind. 

3  Let  me,  above  all,  fulfill 

God  my  heavenly  Father's  will, 
Never  His  good  Sjtirit  grieve. 
Only  U)  His  glory  live. 

4  Loving  Jesus,  gentle  Lamb. 
In  Thy  gracious  hands  I  am; 
Make  me,  Saviour,  what  Thou  art. 
Live  Thyself  within  my  heart. 

.5  I  shall  then  show  forth  Thy  praise. 
Serve  Thee  all  my  happy  days; 
Then  the  world  shall  always  see 
Christ  the  holv  Child  in  me. 


CM.  557 


DEAR  .Jesus,  ever  at  my  side, 
How  loving  Thou  must  })e. 
To  leave  Thy  home  in  heaven  to  guard 
A  little  child  like  me. 


JESU,  meek  and  gentle, 
Son  of  God  most  higli 
Pitying,  loving  Saviour, 
liear  Thv  cliildren's  crv 


6.O. 


2  I  cannot  feel  Thee  touch  my  hand. 
With  jiressuie  light  and  mild, 
To  check  me  as  my  niother  did, 
When  I  was  but  a  child. 


2  Pardon  our  offences, 

Loose  our  cajjtive  chains. 
Break  down  every  i<lol 
Which  our  soul  detains. 


.'i  Hut  I  liave  felt  Thee  in  my  tlioughts, 
KelMiking  sin  for  me; 
And  when  my  heart  loves  (iod,  I  know 
The  sweetness  is  fr<jm  Tliee. 


3  Give  us  holy  freedom. 

Fill  our  hearts  witli  love; 
Draw  us,  holy  .lesu. 
To  the  realms  above. 


4  And  when,  rlear  Savioui',  I  kneel  down 
Morning  and  nij^'ht  to  juayer. 
Something  there  is  within  my  heart 
Which  tells  me  Tluui  art  there. 


4   Lead  us  on  our  journey, 
lie  Thyself  the  way  ' 
Through  terrestrial  <larkness 
To  celestial  day. 


Yes,  when  I  i)ray.  Thou  jirayest  too: 

Thy  prayer  is  all  for  me; 
IJut  whi-n  I  slee]».  Thou  sleeitcst  not, 

But  wat<-hest  patiently. 


5  Jesu,  meek  and  gentle, 
Son  of  (xod  m<»st  high, 
Pitying,  loving  Saviour, 
liear  Thv  chihlrens  cry. 


FOR   CIULDKEX, 


558 


6.6.6.6.8.8. 


HUSHED  was  the  eveuinsx  hymn, 
The  temple  courts  were  dark, 
The  Limp  was  burning  dim, 

Before  the  sacred  ark: 
When  suddenly  a  voice  divine 
Kang  through  the  silence  of  the  shrine. 

The  old  man,  meek  and  mild. 

The  priest  of  Israel,  slept; 
His  watch  the  temple-child, 

The  little  Levite,  kept; 
And  what  from  Eli's  sense  was  sealed, 
The  Lord  to  Hannah's  son  revealed. 

Oh,  give  me  Samuel's  ear, 

The  open  ear,  O  Lord, 
Alive  and  quick  to  hear 

Each  whisper  of  Thy  word  I 
Like  him  to  answer  at  Thy  call. 
And  to  obey  Thee  first  of  all. 

Oh,  give  me  Samuel's  heart, 

A  lowly  heart,  that  waits 
"Where  in  Thy  house  Thou  art. 

Or  watches  at  Thy  gates  I 
By  day  and  night,  a  heart  that  still 
Moves  at  the  breathing  of  Thy  will. 

Oh,  give  me  Samuel's  mind, 
A  sweet,  unmurmuring  faith. 

Obedient  and  resigned 

To  Thee  in  life  and  death  I 

That  I  may  read  with  childlike  eyes 

Truths  that  are  hidden  from  the  wise. 


4  Thine  is  our  youthful  jirime, 

And  life  and  all  its  powers; 
Be  with  us  in  our  morning  time. 
And  bless  our  evening  hours. 

5  In  wisdom  let  us  grow, 

As  years  and  strength  are  given, 
That  we  may  serve  Thy  Church  below, 
And  join  Thy  saints  in  heaven. 


560 


6.6.6.6.4.4.4.4. 


559 


S.M. 


FAIR  waved  the  golden  corn 
In  Canaan's  pleasant  land. 
When,  full  of  joy,  some  shining  morn. 
Went  forth  the  reaper-band. 

2  To  God  so  good  and  great 

Their  cheerful  thanks  they  pour; 
Then  carry  to  His  temple-gate 
The  choicest  of  their  store. 


Like  Israel,  Lord,  we  give 
Our  earliest  fruits  to  Thee, 

And  pray  that,  long  as  we  shall  live, 
We  may  Thy  children  be. 
173 


ABOVE  the  clear  blue  sky. 
In  heaven's  bright  abode. 
The  angel  host  on  high 
Sing  praises  to  their  God: 
Alleluia  I 
They  love  to  sing 
To  God  their  King 
Alleluia ! 

2  But  God  from  children's  tongues 

On  earth  receiveth  praise ; 
We  then  our  cheerful  songs 
In  sweet  accord  will  raise: 
Alleluia! 
We  too  will  sing 
To  God  our  King 
Alleluia ! 

3  O  blessed- Lord,  Thy  truth 

To  all  Thy  flock  impart, 
And  teach  us  in  our  youth 
To  know  Thee  as  Thou  art. 
Alleluia  I 
Then  shall  we  sing 
To  God  our  King 
Alleluia ! 

4  Oh,  may  Thy  holy  Word 

Spread  all  the  world  around  I 
And  all  with  one  accord 
Uplift  the  jovful  sound: 
Alleluia ! 
All  then  shall  sing 
To  God  their  King 
Alleluia ! 


561 


GREAT  Shepherd  of  the  sheep, 
Who  all  Thy  flock  doth  keep, 
Leading  by  waters  calm : 
Do  Thou  my  footsteps  guide, 
To  follow  by  Thy  side; 
Make  me  Thy  little  lamb. 


FOR   CIllLDKEX. 


2  I  fear  I  may  bo  torn 

By  many  a  shaii>-s(.'t  tliorn. 
As  far  from  Tliec  I  stray; 

My  wt-ary  foot  may  bUtMl. 

For  rou^ih  are  i>atiis  an  liieli  lead 
Out  of  Thy  pleasant  way. 

3  But  when  the  road  is  lonjj:, 
Thy  tender  arm,  and  stn)ny:, 

The  weary  one  will  bear; 
An»l  Thou  wilt  wash  me  clean, 
And  lead  to  i)astures  green, 

Where  all  the  flowers  are  fair. 

4  Till,  from  the  soil  of  sin 
Cleansed  and  made  i)ure  within, 

Dear  Saviour,  Wiu*  hast  died. 
Thou  brinuest  me  in  h)ve, 
Safe  to  Thy  fold  above, 

Forever  to  abide. 


563 


562 


<s. 


LORD,  Thy  children  <!;uide  and  keep, 
As  with  feeble  steps  they  i)ress 
On  the  pathway  rou<ih  and  steep 
Throu<,di  the  weary  wilderness. 
Holy  Jesus,  day  by  day. 
Lead  us  in  the  narrow  way. 

2  There  are  stony  ways  to  tread; 

(rive  the  strength  we  sorely  lack. 
Tliere  are  tangled  paths  to  tread; 

Liglit  us,  lest  we  miss  the  track. 
Holy  Jesus,  day  by  day. 
Lead  us  in  the  narrow  way. 

3  There  are  sandy  wastes  that  lie 

Cold  and  sunless,  vast  and  drear, 
Wliere  the  feeble  faint  and  die; 

(irant  us  grace  to  i)ersevere. 
Holy  Jesus,  day  by  day. 
Lead  us  in  tlie  narrow  way. 

4  There  are  soft  and  flowery  glades 

Decked  with  golden-fruited  trees. 
Sunny  slopes  and  scented  shades; 

Keep  us,  Lonl,  from  slothful  ease. 
Holy  .lesus,  <lay  by  day, 
lA'ad  us  in  the  narrow  way. 

5  Upward  still  to  purer  lieightsi 

Onwanl  yet  to  scenes  more  blest, 
Cabner  regions,  clearer  lights, 

'I'ill  we  reach  tlie  ])romised  rest  I 
Holy  Jesus,  (h»y  l)y  day, 
Lead  us  in  the  narrow  way. 
171 


8.7.8.7.4.7 
V<  AVIOUR,  like  a  shepherd  lead  us, 
kJ     Much  we  need  Thy  tender  care; 
In  Tliy  pleasant  pastures  feed  us; 
For  our  use  Thy  folds  prepare: 
Bles.sed  Jesus  I 
Thou  hast  bought  us.  Thine  we  are. 

Thou  hast  promised  to  receive  us, 
Poor  and  sinful  though  we  be; 

Thou  hast  mercy  to  relieve  us, 

Grace  to  cleanse,  and  power  to  free: 
Blessed  Jesus! 

Let  us  early  turn  to  Thee. 

Early  let  us  seek  Thy  favor, 

Early  let  us  learn  Thy  will; 
Do  Thou,  Lord,  our  only  Saviour, 

AVith  Thy  love  our  bosoms  lill: 
Blessed  Jesus! 
Thou  hast  loved  us:  love  us  still. 


564  s 

GRANT  us,  O  our  heavenly  Fathei . 
In  the  dawning  of  our  days, 
Thee  in  all  things  to  remember, 
Thee  to  serve,  and  Thee  to  i)raisc. 

2  With  the  cross  of  Christ,  otu*  Saviitur, 
Stamped  ui)on  our  infant  brows, 
May  we  in  the  battle's  dawning 

Heed  His  word,  and  keep  our  vows. 

:)  Then  in  Holy  Conlirmation, 
By  tlie  laying  on  of  hands. 
Strength  may  we  receive,  and  blessing, 
To  obey  our  Lord's  commands. 

4  Drawing  nearer  still  and  nearer. 

May  we  close  and  closer  cling 
To  our  Lord,  and  to  His  altar 

There  ourselves  an  otb'ring  bring. 

5  Stei>  by  stej)  in  life  advancing, 

Onward,  upward,  as  we  move 
Thnuiuli  llie  world  unharmed,  rejoicing 
In  I  lis  all-redeeming  love: 

()  Blest  in  Joy,  ui)held  in  sorrow. 
At  our  work  as  in  His  sight, 
3Iay  His  ]»resence  still  be  with  us. 
As  we  tlo  it  with  our  might. 


FUli   CJiiLDKEX. 


Serving  Thee,  our  heavenly  Father, 
From  the  dawn  to  set  of  sun, 

Serving  Thee  in  life's  young  morning, 
Till  our  work  on  earth  is  done: 

Till  the  shadows  of  the  evening 

Shall  forever  pass  away. 
And  the  Kesurrection-morning 

Kindle  into  perfect  day. 


565 


L.  M. 


OLORD,  the  Holy  Innocents 
Laid  down  for  Thee  their  infant  life, 
And  martyrs  brave  and  patient  saints 
Have  stood  for  Thee  in  lire  and  strife. 

2  We  wear  the  cross  they  wore  of  old, 

Our  lips  have  learned  like  vows  to  make; 
We  need  not  die ;  we  cannot  fight : 
What  may  we  do  for  Jesus'  sake  ? 

3  Oh,  day  by  day  each  Christian  child 

Has  much  to  do,  without,  within; 
A  death  to  die  for  Jesus"  sake. 
A  weary  war  to  wage  with  sin. 

4  When  deep  within  our  swelling  hearts, 

The  thoughts  of  pride  and  anger  rise, 
When  bitter  words  are  on  our  tongues, 
And  tears  of  passion  in  our  eyes; 

5  Then  we  may  stay  the  angry  blow. 

Then  we  may  check  the  hasty  word. 
Give  gentle  ans«'ers  back  again, 
And  tight  a  battle  for  our  Lord. 

G  With  smiles  of  peace  and  looks  of  love, 
Light  in  our  dwellings  we  may  make. 
Bid  kind  good-humor  brighten  there. 
And  do  all  still  for  Jesus"  sake. 

7  There's  not  a  child  so  weak  and  small 
But  has  his  little  cross  to  take. 
His  little  work  of  love  and  praise. 
That  he  may  do  for  Jesus'  sake. 


2  Nature  cannot  hold  Tliee, 

Heaven  is  all  too  strait 
For  Thine  endless  glory, 
And  Thy  royal  state. 

3  Out  beyond  the  shining 

Of  the  farthest  star. 
Thou  art  ever  stretching 
lutinitelv  far. 


4  Yet  the  hearts  of  children 

Hold  what  worlds  cannot. 
And  the  God  of  wonders 
Loves  the  lowly  spot. 

5  Jesus,  gentlest  Saviour, 

Thou  art  with  us  now; 
Fill  us  with  Thy  goodness 
Till  our  hearts  o"  ertiow. 

6  Multiply  our  graces; 

Give  us  love  and  fear. 
And,  dear  Lord,  the  chiefest, 
Grace  to  persevere  1 

7  Oh,  how  can  we  thank  Thee 

For  a  gift  like  this. 
Gift  that  truly  maketh 
Heaven' s  eternal  bliss  ? 


567 


8. 7. S. 7. 4. 7. 


566 


6.5. 


JESUS,  gentlest  Saviour, 
God  of  might  and  power, 
Thou  Thyself  art  dwelling 
With  us  at  this  hour. 
175 


IX  the  vineyard  of  our  Fatlier 
Daily  work  we  find  to  do : 
Scattered  gleanings  we  may  gather. 
Though  we  are  but  young  and  few; 

Little  clusters 
Help  to  till  the  garners  too. 

Toiling  early  in  the  morning. 

Catching  moments  through  the  day, 
Xothing  small  or  lowly  sci>rning 

While  we  work,  and  watch,  and  pray; 
Gathering  gladly 

Free-will  oft'erinos  bv  the  wav. 


Xot  for  selfish  praise  or  glory, 
X^'ot  for  objects  nothing  worth, 

But  to  send  the  blessed  story 
Of  the  Gospel  o'er  the  earth. 

Telling  mortals 
Of  our  Lord  and  Saviour's  birth. 


LAY    llELPEniS. 


4  Up  and  ever  at  tuir  callin*;. 

Faith  is  our  battle-token: 

Till  iu  (k'ath  cuir  lips  aiv  (Uiinb, 

Our  Leader  all  controls; 

Or  till,  sin's  (lonuni(»n  fallintr. 

Our  trophies,  fetters  broken; 

Christ  shall  in  His  kin.iidoni  eomo, 

Our  captives,  ransomed  souls. 

And  His  chihlren 

Reach  their  everlastinj^  home. 

3  Not  unto  us:  Lord  Jesus, 

To  Thee  all  praise  be  due! 

5  Steadfast,  then,  in  onr  endeavor, 

Whose  blood-bought  mercy  frees  us. 

Heavenly  Father,  may  we  be; 

Has  freed  our  brethren  too. 

And  forever,  and  forever, 

Not  unto  us:  in  glory 

We  will  <;ive  the  i)raise  to  Thee; 

The  angels  catch  the  strain, 

Alleluia ! 

And  cast  their  crowns  before  Thee 

Singing  all  eternity. 

Exult ingly  again. 

568                                       8.7. 

4  Captain  of  our  salvation. 

Thy  presence  we  adore: 

/^  OD  in  heaven,  hear  our  singing! 
vjr     Only  little  ones  are  we; 

Praise,  glory,  adoration 

Be  Thine  for  evermore! 

Yet  a  fxreat  i)etiti(>n  bringin<r, 

Still  on  in  conflict  pressing 

Father,  now  we  come  to  Thee. 

On  Thee  Thy  people  call. 

Thee,  King  of  kings  confessing, 

2  Let  Thy  kingdom  come,  we  pray  Thee; 

Thee,  crowning  Lord  of  all. 

Let  the  world  in  Thee  tind  rest! 

Let  all  know  Thee  and  obey  Thee, 
Loving,  i)raising,  blessing,  blest! 

570                                          G.6.4.G.G.6.4. 

i^niRlST  for  the  world  we  sing: 
\J     The  world  to  Christ  we  bring, 

o  Let  the  sweet  and  joyful  story 

Of  the  Saviour's  wondrous  love, 

With  loving  zeal; 

"Wake  on  earth  a  song  of  glory. 

The  i)oor,  and  them  that  mourn. 

Like  the  angels'  song  above! 

The  faint  and  overborne. 

Sin-sick  and  sorrow-worn, 

4  Father,  send  the  glorious  hour! 

Whom  Christ  doth  heal. 

Every  heart  be  Thine  alone! 

For  the  kingdom,  and  the  i)<»wer, 

2  Christ  for  the  world  we  sing; 

And  the  glory  are  Thine  own. 

The  world  to  Christ  we  bring. 

AVith  fervent  prayer; 

Also  the  following: 

The  wayward  and  the  lost, 

»'  -1  Nw       T                    j^                   rr^i           J^^                                   i    ■       i 

By  restless  ])assions  tost. 
Redeemed  at  countless  cost, 

;il7  Jesu,  from  Thy  throne  on  hii;h. 

From  dark  despair. 

LAY    IIELPEKS. 

569                                        7.6. 

3  Christ  for  the  world  we  sing; 

The  world  to  Christ  we  bring. 

/  \  BIJOTIIEKS,  lift  your  voices, 
\  /       Triumjthant  songs  to  raise; 

With  one  accord; 

With  us  the  work  to  share. 

Till  heaven  on  high  rejoices, 

With  us  reproach  to  dare. 

And  earth  is  Idled  with  ]traise. 

With  us  the  cross  to  bear, 

Ten  thousand  hearts  are  bounding 

For  Christ  our  Lord. 

With  holy  li(>pes  and  free; 

The  (iosjK'l  trumj*  is  s<»unding, 

4  Christ  for  the  world  we  sing; 

The  trump  of  .Jubilee. 

The  world  to  Christ  we  bring, 

With  joyful  song; 

2  O  Christian  brothers,  glorious 

The  new-born  souls,  whose  days. 

Shall  be  the  conflict's  close: 

lleclaimed  from  error's  ways, 

The  cross  hath  been  victorious, 

lnsi)ired  with  hojie  and  jtraise, 

And  shall  be  o'er  its  f<ies. 

To  Christ  belong. 

17(5 


LAY   HELI'EIIS. 


571 

s 


<s. 


i  OLDIERS  of  the  cross, 


KJJ     Gird  you  witli  your  armor  briglit ! 
Miglity  are  your  enemies, 

Hard  the  battle  ye  must  fight. 

2  O'er  a  faithless  fallen  world 

Raise  your  banner  in  the  sky! 
Let  it  rioat  there  %vide  unfurled! 
Bear  it  onward !  lift  it  high!     * 

3  "Mid  the  homes  of  want  and  woe, 

JStrangers  to  the  living  word, 
Let  the  Saviour's  herald  go! 
Let  the  voice  of  hope  be  heard ! 

4  "Where  the  shadows  deepest  lie, 

Carry  truth' s  unsullied  ray ! 
Where  are  crimes  of  blackest  dye, 
There  the  saving  sign  display ! 

5  To  the  weary  and  the  worn 

Tell  of  realms  where  sorrows  cease  I 
To  the  outcast  and  forlorn 
Speak  of  mercy  and  of  peace ! 

6  Guard  the  helpless!  seek  the  strayed! 

Comfort  troubles!  banish  grief! 
In  the  might  of  God  arrayed, 
Scatter  sin  and  unbelief! 

7  Be  the  banner  still  unfurled. 

Still  unsheathed  the  Spirit's  sword, 
Till  the  kingdoms  of  the  world 
Are  the  kinodom  of  the  Lord ! 


572 


7.6. 


STAND  up,  stand  up,  for  Jesus, 
Ye  soldiers  of  the  cross ! 
Lift  high  His  royal  banner! 

It  must  not  suifer  loss: 
From  victory  unto  victory 
His  army  shall  He  lead; 
Till  every  foe  is  vanquished, 
And  Christ  is  Lord  indeed. 

2  Stand  iip,  stand  up,  for  Jesus! 

The  trumjjet  call  obey ! 

Forth  to  the  mighty  conflict 

In  this  His  glorious  day ! 
Ye  that  are  men  now  serve  Him 

Against  unnumbered  foes ! 
Let  courage  rise  with  danger. 
And  strength  to  strength  oppose. 
177 


3  Stand  up,  stand  u}),  for  Jesus! 

Stand  in  His  strengtii  alone! 
Tlie  arm  of  flesli  will  fail  you. 

Ye  dare  not  trust  your  own: 
Put  on  the  gosi)el  armor. 

And  watching  unto  prayer, 
AVhen  duty  calls,  or  danger. 

Be  never  wanting  there! 

4  Stand  up,  stand  up,  for  Jesus! 

The  strife  Avill  not  be  long: 
This  day,  the  noise  of  battle; 

The  next,  the  victor's  song. 
To  him  that  overcometh 

A  crown  of  life  shall  l)e; 
He  with  the  King  of  glory 

Shall  reign  eternally. 


573  7.G.7.O. 

WORK,  for  the  night  is  coming, 
Work  through  the  morning  hours ; 
Work  while  the  dew  is  sparkling, 

Work  'mid  springing  flowers; 
Work  when  the  day  grows  brighter, 

AVork  in  the  glowing  sun; 

Work,  for  the  night  is  coming, 

When  man's  work  is  done. 

2  Work,  for  the  night  is  coming, 

Work  through  the  sunny  noon; 
Fill  brightest  hours  with  labor, 

Rest  comes  sure  and  soon: 
Give  every  flying  minute 

Something  to  keep  in  store: 
Work,  for  the  night  is  coming, 

When  man  works  no  more. 

3  Work,  for  the  night  is  coming. 

Lender  the  sunset  skies; 
While  their  bright  tints  are  glowing, 

Work,  for  daylight  flies : 
Work,  till  the  last  beam  fadeth, 

Fadeth  to  s  ■  ine  no  more : 
Work,  wliile  the  night  is  darkening, 

When  man' s  work  is  o'  er. 


574  L.  M. 

GO,  labor  on !  spend  and  be  spent ! 
Thy  joy  to  do  the  Father's  will; 
It  is  the  way  the  Master  went: 

Should  not  the  servant  tread  it  still  ? 


LAY    llELrEKS. 


1'  (io,  labor  on  I  'tis  uot  f(.»r  naught; 

Thine  earthly  loss  is  heavenly  jjain; 
Men  heed  thee,  love  thee,  i>raise  thee  not: 
The  Master  praises:  what  are  men  ? 

3  Go,  labor  on!  enough,  while  here, 


The  willing  heart  to 
Xo  toil  for  Him  sh 


mark  and  cheer: 
ill  be  in  vain. 


4  How  iK^.jipily  the  working  days 

In  this  dear  serviee  tlyl 
How  rapidly  the  closing  hour. 

The  time  of  rest,  draws  nigh; 
When  all  the  faithful  gather  home, 

A  joyful  comjtanyl 
And  ever  where  the  Master  is 

.Shall  His  blest  servants  be! 


4  Go.  labor  on.  while  it  is  day  I 

The  world's  dark  night  is  hastening  on: 
Si)eed,  speed  thy  work  I  cast  sloth  away  I 
It  is  not  thus  that  souls  are  won. 

5  Toil  on!  faint  not!  keep  watch  and  pray  I 

Be  wise  the  erring  soul  to  win! 
Go  forth  into  the  world's  highway! 
Compel  the  wanderer  to  come  in ! 

G  Toil  on.  and  in  thy  toil  rejoice! 

For  toil  comes  rest,  for  exile  home; 
Soon  shalt  thou  hear  the  Bridegroom's  voice, 
The  midnight  peal,  "Behold,  1  come!" 


575  CM. 

How  Idessed  from  the  bonds  of  sin 
And  earthly  fetters  free, 
In  singleness  of  heart  and  aim, 

Thy  servants.  Lord,  to  be! 
The  hardest  toil  to  undertake 
AVith  joy  at  Thy  commanrl. 
The  meanest  oflice  t(>  receive 
With  meekness  at  Thy  hand : 

2  With  willing  heart  and  longing  eyes 

T<^)  watch  ])ef(»re  Thy  gate, 
Keady  to  run  the  weary  race, 

To  bear  the  heavy  weight: 
Xo  voice  of  thunder  to  exi)ect, 

But  follow,  calm  and  still; 
For  love  can  easily  divine 

The  one  beloved's  will. 


Thus  may  wc  serve  Thee,  gracious  Lord! 

Thus  ever  Thine  alone, 
Gur  souls  and  bodies  given  to  Thee, 

The  ])ur(liase  Thou  hast  won, 
Thi'ough  evil  oi"  Ihrougli  g(M»(l  i('i»oit 

Still  keci»ing  by  Thy  side. 
By  life  or  death,  in  this  jxior  flesh, 

Let  Christ  ])e  nuignilied! 
178 


576 


:.(). 


OTIIOU  before  Whose  presence 
Xaught  evil  may  come  in, 
Yet  Who  (lost  l(K>k  in  mercy 
Down  on  this  world  of  sin; 
Oh,  give  us  noble  i)uri)ose 

To  set  the  sin-bound  free, 

And  Christ-like,  tender  i)ity 

To  seek  the  lost  for  Thee. 

2  Fierce  is  our  subtle  foemau: 

The  forces  at  his  hand. 
With  woes  that  none  can  number, 

Desi)oil  the  pleasant  land: 
All  they  who  war  against  them. 

In  strife  so  keen  and  long. 
Must  in  their  Saviour's  armor 

Be  stronger  than  the  strong. 

3  So  hast  Thou  wrought  among  us 

The  great  things  that  we  see: 
For  things  that  are  we  thank  Thee 

And  for  the  things  to  be: 
For  bright  IIoi)e  is  ui»lifting 

Faint  hands  and  feeble  knees, 
To  strive  l)cncatli  Thy  l>lcssing 

For  greater  things  than  these. 

4  Lead  on.  O  Love  and  Mercy, 

()  Purity  and  Power! 
Lead  on.  till  peace  eternal 

Shall  close  this  battle-hour: 
Till  all  who  ])rayed  and  struggled 

To  set  their  brethren  free. 
In  triumj)!!  nu'ct  to  praise  Thee, 

Most  IIolv  Triiiitv. 


577 


L.  M. 


LOPD.  sjieak  to  me,  that  I  may  s])cak 
In  living  echoes  of  Thy  tone: 
As  Thou  hast  sought,  so  let  nu'  seek, 
Thy  erring  chihlren  lost  and  lone. 


LAV    IIELPEK.S. 


2  Oh,  lead  me,  Lord,  that  I  may  lead 

The  Avandering  and  the  -\vaveiiii<>-  feet : 
Oh,  feed  me,  Lord,  that  I  may  feed 
Thy  hungering  ones  ^vith  manna  sweet. 

3  Oh,  strengthen  me,  that  while  I  stand 

Firm  on  the  Kock,  and  strong  in  Thee, 
I  may  stretch  out  a  loving  hand 
To  wrestlers  with  the  troubled  sea. 

4  Oh,  teach  me.  Lord,  that  I  may  teach 

The  precious  things  Thou  dost  impart; 
And  wing  my  words,  tluit  they  may  reach 
The  hidden  depths  of  many  a  heart. 

6  Oh,  give  Thine  own  sweet  rest  to  me. 
That  I  may  speak  with  soothing  power 
A  word  in  season,  as  from  Thee, 
To  weary  ones  in  needful  hour. 

6  Oh,  till  me  Avith  Thy  fullness.  Lord, 
Until  my  very  heart  o'  ertlow 
In  kindling  thought  and  glowing  word. 
Thy  love  to  tell,  Thy  praise  to  show. 

*7  Oh,  use  me.  Lord,  use  even  me, 

Just  as  Thou  wilt,  and  when,  and  where; 
Until  Thy  blessed  face  I  see, 

Thy  rest,  Thy  joy.  Thy  glory  share. 


That  so  Thy  lam'os  may  know 
Their  own  true  Shei)lierd's  voice, 

Wliere'er  lie  leads  them  go. 
And  in  His  love  rejoice. 

Live  Thou  within  us.  Lord; 

Thy  mind  and  will  be  ours; 
Be  Thou  beloved,  adored, 

And  served,  with  all  our  i)owers; 
That  so  our  lives  may  teach 

Thy  children  what  Thou  art, 
And  plead,  by  more  than  speecli. 

For  Thee  with  every  heait. 


GUILDS    OK    FRIENDLY    SOCIETIES. 


579 


C.  M. 


578 


TEACHEKS. 


6s. 


SHIXE  Thou  upon  us.  Lord, 
True  Light  of  men,  to-day; 
And  through  the  written  Word 

Thy  very  self  display; 
That  so  from  hearts  which  burn 

With  gazing  on  Thy  face, 
The  little  ones  may  learn 
The  wonders  of  Tliy  grace. 

Breathe  Thou  upon  us.  Lord, 

Thy  Spirit's  living  tlame, 
That  so  with  one  accord 

Our  lips  may  tell  Thy  Xame; 
Give  Thou  the  hearing  ear. 

Fix  Thou  the  wandering  thought, 
That  those  we  teach  may  hear 

The  great  things  Thou  hast  wrought. 

Speak  Thou  for  us,  O  Lord, 

In  all  we  say  of  Thee; 
According  to  Thy  Word 

Let  all  our  teaching  be; 
179 


THROUGH  Him,  Who  all  our  sickness  felt, 
AVho  all  our  sorrows  bare, 
Through  Him,  in  Whom  Thy  fullness  dwelt, 
We  lift  to  Thee  our  prayer. 

2  Help  us  to  help  each  other,  Lord, 

Each  other" s  burdens  bear; 
Let  each  his  friendly  aid  afford, 
To  soothe  another' s  care. 

3  Help  us  to  build  each  other  up, 

Help  us  ourselves  to  prove; 
Increase  our  faith,  confirm  our  hope. 
And  perfect  us  in  love. 

4  Complete  at  length  Thy  work  of  grace. 

And  take  us  to  Thy  rest. 
Among  the  saints  who  see  Thy  face 
To  be  forever  blest. 

Also  the  following : 

158  O  Son  of  God,  our  Captain  of  salvation. 

159  The  son  of  consolation, 

165  Lord  Jesus,  on  the  holy  mount. 

483  What  time  the  evening  shadows  fall. 

484  Lord  of  our  life  and  God  of  our  salvation. 
487  Almighty  God,  Whose  only  Son. 

493  Fight  the  good  light  with  all  thy  might. 
495  The  Son  of  God  goes  forth  to  war. 

497  Go  forward,  Christian  soldier. 

498  Looking  upward  every  day. 

499  O  happy  band  of  pilgrims. 

510  Rejoice  ye  pure  in  lieart, 

511  Through  the  night  of  doubt  and  sorrow. 

512  On  our  way  rejoicing. 

509  O  brothers,  lift  your  voices. 


PAllOClllAL    MlS>lOXS. 


I'AHOCIIIAL  MISSIONS. 


580 


8.7.8.7.3. 


I   OKI),  I  hear  of  showers  of  blessinjr, 
J     Thou  art  seatteriny:  full  and  free! 
.ShowiMs  the  thirsty  land  refreshing;; 
Let  sv»nie  portion  fall  on  nie. 

Evt-n  nie! 

"2  Pass  nie  not,  O  jxracious  Father  I 
Sinful  thou»;h  my  heart  may  be; 
Thou  mijrht'st  punish,  hut  the  rather 
Let  Thy  merey  lij^^ht  on  me. 

Even  me! 

:i  Pass  me  n(»t,  O  tender  Saviour! 
Let  me  love  and  elin*;  to  Thee; 
I  am  lon«;in«i  for  Thy  favor; 

Whilst  Thou'rt  eallinj;,  oh,  call  me, 
Even  me! 

4  Pass  me  not,  O  mighty  Spirit! 

Thou  canst  make  the  blind  to  see; 
Witnesser  of  .lesus'  merit, 

Speak  the  word  of  j.ower  to  me, 
Even  me! 

5  Have  I  lon<;  in  sin  been  sleeping;? 

Lon<;  been  slijuhtinj^s  grievin<i  Thee  '? 
Has  the  world  my  heart  been  keeping  '? 
Oh,  forgive  and  rescue  me. 

Even  me ! 

0  Love  of  God,  so  i)ure  and  changeless; 
lihHKl  of  (iod,  so  rich  an<l  free; 
Grace  of  (rod,  so  strong  and  boundless. 
Magnify  it  all  in  me, 

Even  me ! 

7  Pass  me  not!  this  lost  (mic  bringing, 
"Tis  out  t»ne  more.  Lord,  for  Thee! 
All  my  heart  to  Thee  is  sjuinging; 
Blessing  others,  oh,  bless  me. 

Even  me! 


581 


rpo-: 


DAY  Thy  mercy  calls 
ro  wash  awav  our  sin, 


However  great  our  tresjtass. 
Whatever  we  have  been: 

Howcvrr  long  from  mercy 
Our  hearts  have  turned  away, 

Thy  i»i-c<ious  blotid  can  cleanse  u> 
And  make  us  white  to-day. 
180 


2  To-day  Thy  gate  is  open, 

And  all  who  enter  in 
Shall  find  a  Father's  welcome, 

And  jiardon  f<»r  tiieir  sin. 
The  jtast  shall  be  forgotten, 

A  present  joy  be  given, 
A  future  grace  be  i)romised, 

A  glorious  crown  in  heaven. 

3  To-day  our  Father  calls  us, 

His" Holy  Si)irit  waits; 
His  blessed  angels  gather 

Around  the  heavenly  gates: 
No  (piestion  will  be  asked  us 

H(»w  often  we  have  come; 
Although  we  oft  have  wandered. 

It  is  our  Father's  home. 

4  Oh.  all-embracing  mercy! 

Oh.  ever-oi)en  door! 
What  should  we  do  without  Thee 

When  heart  and  eyes  run  o'er  ? 
When  all  things  seem  against  us, 

To  drive  us  to  despair. 
We  know  one  gate  is  open, 

One  ear  will  hear  our  prayer. 


582  L.  M. 

A  T^HEN  at  Thy  footstool,  Lord,  I  bend. 
>  V       And  plead  with  Thee  for  mercy  there. 
Think  (tf  the  sinner's  dying  Friend, 
And  for  His  sake  receive  my  prayer. 

2  Oh,  think  not  of  my  shame  and  guilt. 

My  thimsand  stains  of  deejiest  dye! 

Think  of  the  blood  which  .lesus  s]»ilt. 

And  let  that  blood  my  i)ardon  buy. 

;]  Think,  Lord,  how  I  am  still  Thine  own. 
The  trembling  creature  of  Thy  hand; 
Think  how  my  heart  to  sin  is  prone. 
And  what  temptations  round  me  stand. 


7.G.    4  Oh.  think  upon  Tliy  holy  Word, 

And  every  i>lighted  i»romise  there! 
How  prayer  should  evermore  J>e  heard, 
And  how  Thy  glory  is  to  si>are. 

Oh,  think  not  of  my  doubts  and  fears. 
My  strivings  with  Thy  grace  divine; 

Think  upon  Jesus*  woes  anti  tears. 
And  let  Mis  merits  stand  for  mine. 


rAROCIIlAL    M1.S.SI0XS. 


U  Tliine  eye.  Thine  ear,  they  are  not  dull: 
Thine  arm  can  never  shortened  be; 
Behold  nie  here;  my  heart  is  full; 
Behold,  and  spare,  and  succor  me. 


583 


7s. 


JESUS  Christ  is  passing  by; 
Sinner,  lift  to  Him  thine  eye; 
As  the  i)recious  moments  tiee, 
Cry,  •*  Be  merciful  to  me."' 

■1  Jesus  Christ  is  passing  by; 
Will  He  always  be  st)  nigh  ? 
Xow  is  the  accepted  day; 
Seek  for  healing  while  you  ma\'. 

3  Fearest  thou  He  will  not  hear '? 
Art  thou  bidden  to  forbear  } 
Let  no  obstacle  defeat; 

Yet  more  earnestly  entreat. 

4  Lo  I  He  stands  and  calls  to  thee, 

'•  What  wilt  thou  then  have  of  Me  ?  " 
Rise  and  tell  Him  all  thy  need; 
Rise,  He  calleth  thee  indeed. 

5  *'Lord,  I  would  Thy  mercy  see; 
Lord,  reveal  Thy  love  to  me: 
Let  it  penetrate  my  soul; 

All  my  heart  and  life  control.'' 

0  Oh,  how  sweet  I  the  touch  of  power 
Comes;  it  is  salvation's  hour: 
Jesus  gives  from  guilt  release; 
Faith  hath  saved  thee,  go  in  peace. 

7  Glory  to  the  Saviour' s  Xame ! 
He  is  ever  still  the  same; 
To  His  matchless  honor  raise 
Never-ending  songs  of  praise. 


584  c.  M. 

THERE  is  a  fountain  filled  with  blood 
Drawn  from  Emmanuel" s  veins: 
And  sinners  plunged  beneath  that  flood 
Lose  all  their  guilty  stains. 

2  The  dying  thief  rejoiced  to  see 
That  fountain  in  his  day; 
And  there  may  I,  as  vile  as  he, 
Wash  all  my  sins  away. 
181 


:]  Dear,  dying  Lamb,  Thy  precious  blood 
Shall  never  lose  its  jxtwer, 
Till  all  the  ransomed  Church  of  God 
Be  saved  to  sin  no  more. 

4  E'er  since,  by  faith,  I  saw  the  stream 

Thy  Mowing  wounds  supi)ly, 
Redeeminu"  love  has  been  my  theme. 
And  shall  be  till  1  die. 

5  Then  in  a  nobler,  sweeter  song, 

I'll  sing  Thy  i)ower  to  save. 
When  this  poor,  lisping,  stammering  tongue 
Lies  silent  in  the  grave. 


585 


S.M. 


ONLY  one  prayer  to-day. 
One  earnest,  tearful  plea; 
A  litany  from  out  the  heart. 
Have  mercy,  Lord,  on  me. 

2  Although  my  sin  is  great, 
Still  to  my  God  I  flee: 

Yes,  I  can  dare  look  up,  and  say, 
"Have  mercy.  Lord,  on  me." 

3  Because  of  Jesus*  cross, 

I  And  that  unfathomed  sea, 

!  The  crimson  tide  which  laves  the  world, 

Have  mercy,  Lord,  on  me. 

4  No  other  Name  than  His, 
My  hope,  my  help  may  be: 

Oh,  by  that  one  all-saving  Name, 
Have  mercy,  Lord,  on  me  I 

5  In  garb  of  sorrow  clad 
I  crave  Thy  i)ardon  free; 

In  life  to  die,  in  death  to  live; 
Have  mercy.  Lord,  on  me. 


586 


8.6.S.6.4. 


"pETURN,  O  wanderer,  to  thy  home, 
Xt     Thy  Father  calls  for  thee; 
No  longer  now  an  exile  roam 
In  guilt  and  misery; 

Return,  return. 

2  Return,  O  wanderer,  to  thy  home, 
"Tis  .lesus  calls  for  thee; 
The  Spirit  and  the  Bride  say  '*  Come,'* 
Oh,  now  for  refuge  flee; 
Return,  return. 


PAKOLlllAL    MISSIONS. 


3  Ketiuii,  O  wandfivr,  to  thy  liomt* 
*Tis  inadiK'ss  to  delay: 
There  are  no  panhdis  in  the  tonih 
And  brief  is  mercy's  (hiy: 
Keturu.  return. 


589 


L.M. 


i   MIAMEL)  of  Tliee!  O  dearest  Lord, 
Jl\.     1  marvel  how  such  wron;;  can  be: 
And  yet  how  oft  in  deed  and  word 
JIave  I  been  found  ashamed  oi  Thee  I 


587  s.M. 

rpiIE  Si)irit,  in  our  hearts, 
A.      Is  whisperinjj.  Sinner,  come: 
The  Bride,  the  Chureh  of  Christ,  proclaims 
To  all  His  children,  Come. 

•J  Let  him  that  heareth  say 
To  all  about  him,  C()me: 
Let  him  that  thirsts  for  rijihteousness, 
To  Christ,  the  fountain,  come. 

3  Yes,  whosoever  w  ill. 

(.)h,  let  him  freely  come. 
And  fri'cly  drink  the  stream  of  life  I 
"Tis  Jesus  bids  him  come. 

4  Lo.  Jesus,  Who  invites, 

Declares,  1  quickly  come. 
Lord  I  even  so;  I  wait  Thy  hour! 
Jesus,  my  Saviour,  come. 


588  L.  :\r. 

JESUS,  and  shall  it  ever  be, 
A  mortal  man  ashamed  of  Thee  ? 
Ashamed  of  Thee,  Whom  an^^els  i)raise. 
Whose  glories  shine  throu<j;h  endless  days? 

"J.  Ashamed  of  Jesus!  sooner  far 

Let  ni^ht  disown  each  radiant  star; 
'Tis  midnight  with  my  s<ud.  till  He, 
Bri<,dit  Mornin<,^  Star,  bid  darkness  Hee. 

''   Ashanu'd  <»f  Jesus!  oh.  as  soon 
L<'t  mornin^f  blusli  to  own  the  sun! 
He  sheds  the  beams  of  li^ht  divine 
O'er  this  benighted  send  of  mine. 

4  Ashamed  of  Jesus!  that  dear  friend 
On  Whom  my  h<»i>es  of  heaven  <lei»end! 
No;  when  I  l»lush,  be  this  my  shame. 
That  I  no  more  revere  His  Nanu'. 

.*>  Ashamed  <»f  Jesus!  emi)ty  juidc! 
I'll  boast  a  Saviour  crucihed  ; 
And  <»h,  may  this  my  j»ortion  be, 
My  Savi(»ur  not  ashamed  «»f  me. 
1S2 


'2  Ashamed  of  Thee!   my  Kin^,  my  God, 

Who  sou<;htest  me  with  wondrous  love, 
Whose  feet  the  way  of  sorrow  trod 
To  bring  me  to  Thy  home  above. 

;i  Ashamed  of  Thee!  of  that  blest  Name 
Which  speaks  of  mercy  full  and  free! 
Nay.  Lord,  I  would  my  only  shame 
Might  be  to  be  ashamed  of  Thee. 

4  Ashamed  of  Thee!  Whose  love  divine 

Was  not  ashamed  of  our  lost  race. 
But  even  this  cold  heart  of  mine 

Dost  make  Thy  home  and  dwelling-place 

5  Ashamed  of  Thee!  O  Lord,  I  i)ray 

This  cruel  wrong  no  more  nuty  l>e: 
And  in  Thy  last  great  Advent-day, 
Oh,  be  not  Thou  ashamed  of  me! 


590  7 

HAKK,  my  soul!  it  is  the  L(»rd; 
"Tis  thy  Saviour,  hear  His  word; 
Jesus  si)eaks.  and  speaks  to  thee. 
Speaks  to  each  one,  *'  Lov'st  thcui  Me?' 

2  He  delivered  thee  when  b<»und. 

And  when  wounded,  healed  thy  wound 
Sought  thee  wandering,  set  thee  right, 
Turned  thy  darkness  into  light. 

3  C'an  a  woman's  tender  care 
Cease  towards  the  child  she  bare  ? 
Yes,  she  may  forgetful  be: 

Yet  will  He  renu'iuber  tlu'C. 

4  His  is  an  unchangin<:  love. 
Higher  tlian  tlu-  heights  altove. 
I)eei»er  than  the  dei)ths  beneath. 
Free  and  faithful,  strong  as  death. 

5  We  shall  see  His  glory  soon. 
When  the  work  of  grace  is  (h»ne; 
I'artni'rs  of  Mis  throne  shall  1k': 
Hear  liim  asking,  "Lov'st  thou  Me?" 


PAKOClIiAL  MLSfSIONS. 


G  Lord,  it  is  my  chief  complaint 
That  my  h)ve  is  %vcak  and  faint; 
Yet  I  k)ve  Thee  and  adore; 
Oh,  for  errace  to  love  Thee  more ! 


591 


8s. 


J 


E.SU,  my  Lord,  my  God,  my  all. 


Hear  me,  and  from  Thy  dwellin<>-i)lace 
Pour  down  the  riches  of  Thy  grace. 

Jesii,  my  Lord,  I  Thee  adore; 

Oh,  make  me  love  Thee  more  and  morel 

Jesu,  too  late  I  Thee  have  sought. 
How  can  I  love  Thee  as  I  ought  ? 
And  how  extol  Thy  matchless  fame, 
The  glorious  beauty  of  Thy  Name  ? 

Jesu,  my  Lord,  I  Thee  adore; 

Oh,  make  me  love  Thee  more  and  more! 

Jesu,  what  didst  Thou  lind  in  me 

That  Thou  hast  dealt  so  lovingly  ? 

How  great  the  joy  that  Thou  hast  brought  I 

Oh,  far  exceeding  hope  or  thought! 

Jesu,  my  Lord,  I  Thee  adore; 

Oh,  make  me  love  Thee  more  and  more! 

Jesu,  of  Thee  shall  be  my  song. 

To  Thee  my  heart  and  soul  belong: 

All  that  I  am  or  have  is  Tliine; 

And  Thou,  my  .Saviour,  Thou  art  mine. 

Jesu,  my  Lord,  1  Thee  adore; 

Oh,  make  me  love  Thee  more  and  more  I 


3  I  need  Thee,  precious  Jesus, 

I  need  a  friend  like  Thee, 
A  friend  to  soothe  and  pity, 

A  friend  to  care  for  me. 
I  need  the  heart  of  Jesus 

To  feel  eacli  anxious  care, 
To  tell  my  every  trial. 

And  all  my  sorrows  share. 

4  1  need  Thee,  precious  Jesus, 

And  hope  to  see  Thee  soon, 
Encircled  with  the  rainbow 

And  seated  on  Tliy  throne: 
There,  with  Thy  blood-bought  cliildrcn, 

My  joy  shall  ever  be, 
To  sing  my  Jesus'  praises, 

To  g"aze,  O  Lord,  on  Thee. 


593 


592 


7.6. 


I  NEED  Thee,  precious  Jesus, 
For  I  am  full  of  sin ; 
My  soul  is  dark  and  guilty. 
My  heart  is  dead  within. 
I  need  the  cleansing  fountain 

Where  I  can  always  flee. 
The  blood  of  Christ  most  precious, 
Tlie  sinner's  perfect  plea. 

I  need  Thee,  precious  Jesus, 

For  I  am  very  poor; 
A  stranger  and  a  pilgrim, 

I  have  no  earthly  store. 
I  need  the  love  of  Jesus 

To  cheer  me  on  my  way, 
To  guide  my  doubting  footsteps, 

To  be  my  strength  and  stay. 
183 


6  4.6.4.7.6.7.4. 

IXEED  Thee  every  hour. 
Most  gracious  Lord ; 
I\o  tender  voice  like  Thine 
Can  peace  afford. 

I  need  Thee,  oh,  I  need  Thee. 

Every  hour  I  need  Thee: 
Oh,  bless  me  now,  my  Saviour, 
1  come  to  Thee ! 


2  I  need  Thee  every  hour; 

Stay  Thou  near  by ; 
Temptations  lose  their  power 
When  Thou  art  nigh. 

3  I  need  Thee  every  hour, 

In  joy  or  pain; 
Come  quickly  and  abide, 
Or  life  is  vain. 

4  I  need  Thee  every  hour; 

Teach  me  Thy  will; 
And  Thy  rich  promises 
In  me  fulfill. 

5  I  need  Thee  everv  hour. 

Most  Holy  One: 
Oh,  make  me  Thine  indeed, 
Thou  blessed  Son ! 


594 


7.6. 


I  COULD  not  do  without  Thee, 
O  Saviour  of  the  lost. 
Whose  precious  blood  redeemed  me 
At  such  tremendous  cost; 


PAKOClllAL    -M1.S.S10NS. 


Thy  n.u:htc(uisiiess,  Thy  pardon. 
Thy  i)ivtious  bUuxl,  must  Ik- 

My  luily  liope  and  (.'onifort. 
My  «,dory  and  my  plea. 


2  I  t(»iUd  not  do  Avithout  Thee, 

1  cannot  stand  ah)ne. 
I  have  no  strength  or  tiooduess, 

No  \vis(U)m  ot  my  own: 
But  Thou,  beh>VL'd  .Saviour, 

Art  all  in  all  to  me, 
And  weakness  will  be  power 

If  leaninn  hard  on  Thee. 


3  I  could  not  do  with(»ut  Thee, 

For,  oh,  the  way  is  long. 
And  I  am  often  weary. 

And  sigh  replaces  song: 
How  could  1  do  without  Thee? 

1  do  not  know  the  way; 
Thou  knowest,  and  Thou  leadest, 

And  wilt  not  let  me  strav. 


4  I  could  not  do  without  Thee, 

0  Jesus,  Saviour  dear; 
E'en  when  my  eyes  are  holden, 

1  know  that  Thou  art  near. 
How  dreary  and  how  lonely 

'I'his  cliangcful  life  would  be 
Without  the  sweet  communi<m. 
The  secret  rest  with  Thee ! 


i3  I  could  not  do  without  Thee; 

Xo  other  friend  can  read 
The  spirit's  strange  deej)  longings, 

Interpreting  its  need; 
Xo  human  heart  could  enter 

Each  dim  lecess  of  mine. 
And  sootjie,  and  hush,  and  calm  it, 

()  blessed  Lord,  but  Thiiu'. 


0  I  could  not  do  without  Thee, 
F<ti-  years  are  licet ing  fast. 
And  soon  in  solemn  lonclini'ss 

The  river  must  l)c  jjasscd: 
But  Thou  wilt  never  leave  mc. 

An<l  though  the  waves  roll  high, 
I  know  Thou  wilt  be  near  nu-. 
And  whisper,  "It  is  1." 
184 


595 

rpiIV  life  was  given  for  me  I 
A.      Thy  blood,  ()  Lord,  was  shed 
That  1  might  ransomed  be. 
And  (piickened  from  the  dead. 
Thy  life  was  given  for  me: 
What  have  I  given  for  Thee? 

2  Long  years  were  sjient  for  me 

In  weariness  and  W(»e, 
That  through  eternity 

Thy  glory  I  might  know. 

Long  years  were  spent  for  me: 
Have  I  si)ent  one  for  Thee  ? 

3  Thy  Father's  home  of  light. 

Thy  rainbow-circled  throne, 
Were  left  for  earthly  night. 

For  wanderings  sad  and  lone. 
Yea,  all  was  left  for  me: 
Have  I  left  aught  for  Thee? 

4  And  Thou  hast  brought  to  me 

Down  from  Thy  luune  above 
Salvation  full  and  free. 

Thy  pardon  and  Thy  love. 

Great  gifts  Thou  broughtest  me: 
AVhat  have  I  brought  to  Thee? 

5  Oh,  let  my  life  be  given. 

My  years  for  Thee  be  s])entl 
World-fetters  all  be  riven. 
And  joy  with  suffering  blent. 
Thou  gavest  Thyself  f(»r  me: 
I  give  mvself  to  Thee. 


596 

I  LAY  my  sins  on  .lesus. 
The  spotless  Land*  of  (iod: 
He  bears  them  all,  and  frees  us 

From  the  accursed  load. 
I  bring  my  guilt  to  .lesus. 

To  wash  my  crimson  stains 
AVhite  in  His  blood  niost  preiious. 
Till  not  a  spot  remnins. 

2  I  lay  my  wants  on  .lesus: 

All  fullness  dwells  in  Ilim; 
Hi'  heals  all  my  diseases. 

lie  doth  my  soul  redeem. 
I  lay  my  griefs  on  .b'sus. 

My  bur<U'ns  and  my  cares; 
He  from  them  all  releases; 

He  all  mv  soriows  shares. 


6s. 


'A). 


PAKOCIIIAL    MLS.SIOX.S. 


3  I  rest  my  soul  on  Jesus, 

Saviour,  Jesus,  lend  'J'hine  aid; 

This  weary  soul  of  mine; 

Lift  Thou  up  my  f;»inting  head; 

His  ii«fht  hand  me  embraces, 

Lead  me  to  my  long-sought  rest. 

1  on' His  breast  recline. 

Pillowed  on  Thy  loving  breast. 

I  love  the  Name  of  Jesus, 

Emmanuel,  Christ,  the  Lord; 

Like  fraji^rance  on  the  breezes. 

2  Thou  alone  my  trust  shalt  be. 

His  Name  abroad  is  poured. 

Thou  alone  canst  comfort  me; 

Only,  Jesus,  let  Thy  grace 

4  I  ]on<r  to  be  like  Jesus, 

Be  my  shield  and  hiding-i)lace; 

Meek,  lovino-,  lowly,  mild; 

Let  me  know  Thy  saving  i)ower 

I  long  to  be  like  Jesus, 

In  temptation's  fiercest  hour: 

The  Father's  holy  Child; 

Then,  my  Saviour,  at  Thy  side 

I  long-  to  be  with  Jesus, 

Let  me  evermore  abide. 

Amid  the  heavenly  throng; 

To  sing  with  saints  His  praises, 

To  learn  the  angels'  song. 

3  Thou  hast  wrought  this  fond  desire, 

Kindled  here  this  sacred  fire. 

597                                                            8.8.8.6. 

Weaned  my  heart  from  all  below, 

Thee,  and  Thee  alone  to  know. 

TL^ST  as  I  am,  without  one  i)lea, 
t)      But  that  Thy  blood  was  shed  for  me, 

Thou,  Who  hast  inspired  the  cry. 

Thou  alone  canst  satisfy: 

And  that  Thou  bidd'st  me  come  to  Thee, 
:            0  Lamb  of  God,  I  come. 

Love  of  Jesus,  all  divine. 

Fill  this  longing  heart  of  mine. 

2  Just  as  I  am,  and  waiting  not 

To  rid  my  soul  of  one  dark  blot, 

599                                        6.5. 

To  Thee,  Whose  blood  can  cleanse  each  spot, 

0  Lamb  of  God,  I  come. 

X  0!  the  voice  of  Jesus 
1  i     Fondlv  speaks  to  all : 

3  Just  as  I  am,  though  tossed  about 

He  it  is  Who  frees  us 

With  many  a  conflict,  many  a  doubt, 

From  sin's  bitter  thrall; 

Fightings  and  fears  within,  without. 

He  it  is  Whose  nature. 

0  Lamb  of  God,  I  come. 

Human  as  our  own. 

Pleads  for  every  creature 

4  Just  as  I  am,  poor,  wretched,  blind; 

By  the  Father's  throne. 

Sight,  riches,  healing  of  the  mind, 

Yea,  all  I  need,  in  Thee  to  find. 

0  Lamb  of  God,  I  come. 

2  Lo!  the  voice  of  Jesus, 

Heard  within  the  breast, 

5  Just  as  I  am:   Thou  wilt  receive, 

Tells  us  He  will  ease  us. 

Wilt  welcome,  pardon,  cleanse,  relieve; 

Howsoe'er  distrest: 

m.  Because  Thy  promise  I  believe. 

Tells  us  that  our  sorrow 

■          O  Lamb  of  God,  I  come. 

For  the  night  may  last, 

r 

But  a  glad  to-morrow 

6  Just  as  I  am.  Thy  love  unknown 

Breaks  upon  us  fast. 

Has  broken  every  barrier  down; 

Now  to  be  Thine,  yea.  Thine  alone, 

0  Lamb  of  God,  I  come. 

.3  Lo!  the  voice  of  Jesus 

Bids  us  still  endure: 

598                                         7s. 

Seek  not  what  will  please  us, 

But  things  just  and  pure; 

T  OVE  of  Jesus,  all  divine, 

±J     Fill  this  longing  heart  of  mine; 

Strive  through  self-d(>nial 

U])wards  to  the  light. 

Ceaseless  struggling  after  life. 

Where  faith's  years  of  trial 

Weary  with  the  endless  strife. 

Shall  be  lost  in  sight. 

185 


PAlJOrillAL    MISSIONS. 


600 


p.  M. 


XA'^IIEX  the  weary,  seekiiii;  rest, 
>  T        To  Thy  «;oo(iiR'ss  llee; 
\\  hin  the  heavy-hideii  east 

All  their  load  on  Thee; 
When  the  troubled,  seekinj;  peace, 

On  Thy  Name  shall  call; 
When  the  sinner,  seekinj^  life, 

At  Thy  feet  shall  fall : 
Hear  then  in  love,  O  Lord,  the  cry 
In  heaven,  Thy  (hvellini^-place  on  high 

'1  When  the  worldling,  sick  at  heart. 

Lifts  his  soul  above; 
When  the  jtrodigal  looks  back 

To  his  father's  love; 
When  the  i)roud  man  from  his  pride 

Stooi»s  to  seek  Thy  face; 
When  the  burdened  brings  his  guilt 

Tt>  Thy  thnuie  of  grace: 
Hear  then  in  love,  O  Lord,  the  cry 
In  heaven,  Thy  (hvelling-i>lace  on  high 

3  When  the  stranger  asks  a  home, 

All  his  toils  to  end; 
When  the  hungry  craveth  food, 

And  the  jxxtr  a  friend; 
AVhen  the  sailor  on  the  wave 

Bows  the  fervent  knee; 
AVhen  the  soldier  on  the  field 

Lifts  his  heart  to  Thee: 
Hear  then  in  love,  ()  Lord,  the  cry 
In  heaven.  Thy  dwelling-})lace  on  high 

4  When  the  child,  with  loving  heart, 

Youth,  or  maiden  fair; 
When  the  aged,  trusting  still. 

Seek  Thy  face  in  i)rayer; 
When  the  widow  weejjs  to  Thee, 

Sad  and  lone  and  low; 
When  the  orjihan  brings  to  Thee 

All  his  orjihan  woe: 
Hear  then  in  love,  ()  Lord,  the  cry 
In  heaven,  Thy  dwelling-i)lace  on  high 


601  s.8.8.r,. 

(i    IloLV  Saviour.  Friend  unseen, 
/       The    faint,   tlie   weak,   on    Thee    may 
lean; 
Help  me,  throughout  lif<'"s  varying  scene, 
liy  faith  to  cling  to  Thee.  | 

ISO 


2  Blest  with  communion  so  divine. 
Take  what  Thou  wilt,  shall  I  rejjine, 
AVhen,  as  the  branches  t(»  the  vine, 

My  soul  may  cling  ti>  Thee  '.* 

3  What  though  the  world  deceitful  i>rove, 
And  earthly  friends  and  joys  remove, 
With  patient,  uncom])laining  k)ve. 

Still  would  1  cling  to  Thee. 

4  Oft  when  I  seem  to  tread  alone 

Some  barren  waste  with  thorns  o'ergrown. 
A  voice  of  love  in  gentle  tone 
Whispers,  '*  Still  cling  to  Me." 

.')  Though  faith  and  hope  awhile  be  tried, 
AVe  ask  not,  need  not  aught  beside, 
How  safe,  how  calm,  how  satisfied, 
The  souls  that  cling  to  Thee. 

0  They  fear  not  life's  rough  storms  to  brave, 
Since  Thou  art  near  and  strong  to  save. 
Nor  shudder  e'en  at  death" s  dark  wave, 
Because  they  cling  to  Thee. 


602 


<S. 


JESUS,  merciful  and  mild. 
Lead  me  as  a  helpless  child: 
On  no  (►ther  arm  but  Thine 
Would  my  weary  soul  recline. 
Thou  art  ready  to  forgive. 
Thou  canst  bid  the  sinner  live; 
(iuide  the  wanderer,  day  by  day, 
In  the  strait  and  narrow  way. 

Thou  canst  lit  me  by  Thy  grace 
For  the  heavenly  dwelling-place; 
All  Thy  i»r(Mniscs  are  sure. 
Ever  shall  Thy  htve  endure; 
Then  what  nnue  could  I  desire, 
H(>w  to  greater  bliss  asi)ire? 
All  I  need,  in  Thee  I  see; 
Tlum  art  all  in  all  to  me. 


.Icsus,  Saviour,  all  divine. 
Thou  hast  made  me  tiuly  Thine; 
Thou  hast  bought  nu'  by  Thy  blood; 
Ifecttnciled  my  heart  to  (Jod. 
Hearken  to  my  humble  juayer, 
Li't  WW  Thine  own  image  bear. 
Let  me  love  Thee  more  and  more, 
Till  1  reach  heaven's  blissful  shore. 


PAROCHIAL    .MlSJSlON.s. 


603 


8.7.8.8. 


OH,  the  bitter  shame  and  sorrow, 
That  a  time  eoiikl  ever  be 
i    AVhen  I  let  the  Saviour's  pity 

1  Plead  iu  vain,  and  proudlv  answered, 
"All  of  self,  and  none  of  Thee." 

2  Yet  He  found  me:  I  beheld  Him 
-         Bleedin<i-  cm  the  accursed  tree; 

Heard  Him  pray,  "Forgive  them.  Father; 
And  my  wistful  heart  said  faintly, 
"Some  of  self,  and  some  of  Thee." 

3  Day  by  day  His  tender  mercy. 

Healing,  helping,  full  and  free, 
:    Sweet  and  strong,  and  ah!  so  patient. 
Brought  me  lower,  while  I  whispered, 
"Less  of  self  and  more  of  Thee." 

4  Higher  than  the  highest  heavens, 

Deeper  than  the  deepest  sea, 
,    Lord,  Thy  love  at  last  has  conquered; 
Grant  me  now  my  soul's  desire, 
"  None  of  self,  and  all  of  Thee." 


604 

PRINCE  of  Peace,  control  my  Avill : 
Bid  this  struggling  heart  be  still : 
Bid  my  fears  and  doubtings  cease; 
Hush  my  spirit  into  peace. 

2  Thou  hast  bought  me  with  Thy  blood, 
Opened  wide  the  gate  to  God: 

Peace  I  ask ;  but  peace  must  be, 
Lord,  in  being  one  with  Thee. 

3  May  Thy  will,  not  mine,  be  done; 
May  Thy  will  and  mine  be  one; 
Chase  these  doubtings  from  my  heart; 
Now  Thy  perfect  peace  impart. 

4  Saviour,  at  Thy  feet  I  fall; 
Thou  my  life,  my  God,  my  all ! 
Let  Thy  happy  servant  be 
One  for  evermore  with  Thee ! 


7s. 


605 


S.M. 


LORD  Jesu,  think  on  me. 
And  purge  away  my  sin ; 
From  earthborn  passions  set  me  free. 
And  make  me  pure  within. 

187 


2  Lord  .lesu,  think  on  me, 

AVith  care  and  woe  opi)rest, 
Let  me  Thy  loving  servant  be, 
And  taste  Thy  promised  rest. 

3  Lord  Jesu,  think  on  me, 

Nor  let  me  go  astray; 
Through  darkness  and  perplexity 
Point  Thou  the  heavenly  way. 

4  Lord  Jesu,  think  on  me. 

That,  when  the  Hood  is  past, 
I  may  the  eternal  brightness  see, 
And  share  Thy  joy  at  last. 


606 


O  JESUS,  I  have  promised 
To  serve  Thee  to  the  end; 
Be  Thou  for  ever  near  me. 

My  Master  and  my  Friend ! 
I  shall  not  fear  the  battle 
If  Thou  art  by  my  side. 
Nor  wander  from  the  pathway 
If  Thou  wilt  be  my  guide. 

2  Oh,  let  me  feel  Thee  near  me ! 

The  world  is  ever  near; 
I  see  the  sights  that  dazzle. 

The  tempting  sounds  I  hear; 
My  foes  are  ever  near  me. 

Around  me  and  within; 
But,  Jesus,  draw  Thou  nearer, 

And  shield  my  soul  from  sin. 

3  Oh,  let  me  hear  Thee  speaking 

In  accents  clear  and  still, 
Above  the  storms  of  passion. 

The  murmurs  of  self-will  I 
Oh,  speak  to  re-  assure  me, 

To  hasten  or  control ! 
Oh,  speak,  and  make  me  listen, 

Thou  guardian  of  my  soul! 

4  O  Jesus,  Thou  hast  promised 

To  all  who  follow  Thee, 
That  where  Thou  art  in  glory 

There  shall  Thy  servant  be; 
And,  Jesus,  I  have  promised 

To  serve  Thee  to  the  end ; 
Oh,  give  me  grace  to  follow. 

My  Master  and  my  Friend ! 

5  Oh,  let  me  see  Thy  foot-marks, 

And  in  them  plant  my  own! 
My  hope  to  follow  duly 
Is  in  Thy  strength  alone. 


rAKOClIlAL    MISSIONS. 


Oil,  ;::ui(U'  nu',  call  me,  draw  me, 

l'l)lit)l<l  mc*  to  the  end  I 
At  last  iu  heaven  receive  me. 

My  Saviour  and  my  Friend  I 

607  L.M. 

HE  leadeth  me!  oh,  blessed  tliou^ht! 
Oh,    words   with    heavenly    comfort 
fraiiuht! 
Whate'er  I  do.  where'er  I  be. 
Still  "tis  God's  hand  that  leadeth  me. 

Kef  rain: 

He  leadeth  me!  He  leadeth  me! 
By  His  own  hand  He  leadeth  me; 
His  faithful  follower  1  would  be, 
For  by  His  hand  He  leadeth  me. 

2  Sometimes  'mid  scenes  of  deepest  gloom. 
Sometimes  where  Eden's  bowers  bloom, 
By  waters  calm,  o'er  troul)led  sea. 

Still  "tis  His  hand  that  leadeth  me. 

3  Lord,  I  would  clasp  Thy  hand  in  mine, 
Nor  ever  murmur  nor  repine: 
Content,  whatever  lot  1  see, 

Since  "tis  my  God  that  leadeth  me. 

4  And  when  my  task  on  earth  is  done, 
^Vhen,  by  Thy  grace,  the  victory" s  won, 
E'en  (leath's  cold  wave  I  will  n(>t  liee. 
Since  God  through  Jordan  leadeth  me. 


608 


8.7.8.7.4.: 


rVI-<^^'^Y  be  to  God  the  Father! 
V  J     (ilory  l)e  to  God  the  Sou! 
Glory  be  to  God  the  Si)iritl 

Great  .Jehovah,  Three  in  One! 
(ilory,  glory, 

"While  eternal  ages  run! 

2  Glory  be  to  Him  Who  loved  us, 

Washed  us  from  each  spot  and  stain! 
Glory  l)e  to  Him  Wh<»  bought  us, 
Ma<lt!  us  kings  with  Him  to  reign! 

(Jlory,  glory, 
To  the  Land)  that  once  was  slain  I 

3  Glory  to  the  King  of  angels! 

(ilory  to  tin-  Church's  King! 
(ilory  to  the  King  of  nations! 

Heaven  and  earth  your  i)raises  bring: 

(ilory,  glory. 
To  the  King  of  glory  bring! 
188 


4  Glory,  blessing,  praise  eternal! 
Thus  the  choir  of  angels  sings; 
Honor,  riches,  i)ower,  dominion! 
Thus  its  i)raise  creation  brings; 

(ilory,  glory. 
Glory  to  the  King  of  kings! 

609  P.M. 

IJKAISE,  i)raise  ye  the  Name  of  Jehovah 
our(iod! 
Declare,  oh,  declare  ye  His  glories  abroad! 
Proclaim  ye  His  mercy  fr(»m  nation  to  nation. 
Till  the  utternu)st  islands  have  heard  His 

salvation! 
For  His  love  lloweth  on  free  and  full  as  a 

river. 
And  His  mercy  endureth  forever  and  ever. 

2  Praise,  praise  ye  tlie  Lamb,  Who  for  sinners 

was  slain! 
Who  went  down  to  the  grave,  and  ascended 

again ; 
And  Who  soon  shall  return  when  these  dark 

days  are  o'er, 
To  set  uj)  His  kingdom  in  glory  and  power; 
For  His  love  tloweth  on  free  and  full  as  a 

river. 
And  His  mercy  endureth  forever  and  ever. 

3  Then  the  heaven  and  the  earth  and  the  sea 

shall  rejoice. 
The  held  and  the  ftuest  shall  lift  the  glad 

voice, 
The  sands  of  the  desert  shall  bloom  and  be 

green. 
And  Lebanon's  glory  be  shed  t>'er  the  scene: 
For  His  love  lloweth  on  free  and  full  as  a 

river, 
And  His  mercy  endureth  forever  and  ever. 

4  Her  bridal  attire  and  her  festal  array. 

All  nature  shall  wear  on  that  gloriiuis  day, 
For  her  King  couu'tli  down  with  His  ])eoi>le 

to  reign. 
And  His  presence  shall  bless  her  witli  Fdm 

again; 
For  His  love  lloweth  on  free  and  full  as  a 

river. 
And  His  mercy  enduretli  forever  and  ever. 

610  sM 

J)EV1VE  Thy  w<.rk,  O  Lord, 
V     Thy  mighty  aim  make  bare; 
Speak  with  the  voice  that  wakes  th(>  dead, 
And  make  'I'hy  ]»c(»ple  hear. 


PAKOCHIAL    Ml.s.siuX.S. 


2  Revive  Thy  work,  O  I>or<l, 

Disturb  this  sleep  of  death ; 
Quicken  tlie  smouhlerinu'  embers  uo\v 
By  Thine  almighty  breath. 

3  Revive  Thy  work,  O  Lord, 

Create  soul-thirst  for  Thee; 
And  hungering  for  the  Bread  of  life, 
Oh,  may  our  spirits  be  I 

4  Revive  Thy  work,  O  Lord, 

Exalt  Thy  precious  >7ame; 
And,  l)y  the  Holy  Gliost.  our  love 
For  Thee  and  Thine  indame. 

5  Revive  Thy  work,  O  Lord, 

And  give  refreshing  showers; 
The  glory  shall  be  all  Thine  own, 
The  blessing.  Lord,  be  ours. 


611 


8.7 


C1AI-L  them  in!  the  poor,  the  wretched, 
1     Sin-stained  wanderers  from  the  fold: 
Peace  and  pardon  freely  offer! 

Can  you  weigh  their  worth  with  gold  ? 
Call  them  in!  the  weak,  the  weary, 

Laden  with  the  doom  of  sin; 

Bid  them  come  and  rest  in  Jesus ! 

He  is  waiting:  call  them  in! 

Call  them  in!  the  Jew,  the  Gentile; 

Bid  the  stranger  to  the  feast! 
Call  them  in!  the  rich,  the  noble, 

From  the  highest  to  the  least. 
Forth  the  Father  runs  to  meet  them. 

He  hath  all  their  sorrows  seen: 
Robe,  and  ring,  and  kiss  of  pardon. 

Wait  the  lost  ones :  call  them  in ! 

Call  them  in!  the  broken-hearted, 

Cowering  'neatli  the  brand  of  shame: 
Speak  love's  message  low  and  tender! 

•Twas  for  sinners  Jesus  came. 
See  the  shadows  lengthen  round  us, 

Soon  the  day-dawn  will  begin: 
Call  them  in!  the  lost  and  lonely: 

Christ  is  coming::  call  them  in! 


612  8.7 

OXWARD,  Christian!  though  the  region 
Where  thou  art  be  drear  and  lone; 
God  has  set  a  guardian  legion 
Very  near  thee;  press  thou  on! 
189 


2  Listen,  Christian!  their  hosanna 

Rolleth  o"er  thee:  "(iod  is  love:" 
Write  ui)on  tliy  red-cross  banner, 
"Upward  ever;  heaven's  above." 

3  By  the  thorn-road,  and  none  other, 

Is  the  mount  of  vision  won; 
Tread  it  without  shiinking,  ])rother! 
Jesus  trod  it;  press  thou  on! 

4  Be  this  world  the  wiser,  stronger. 

For  thy  life  of  pain  and  i>eace, 
AVhile  it  needs  thee;  oh,  no  longer 
Pray  thou  for  thy  quick  release! 

5  Pray  thou.  Christian,  daily  rather. 

That  thou  be  a  faithful  son; 
By  the  prayer  of  Jesus,  "  Father, 
Xot  my  will,  but  Thine,  be  done." 


613 


p.  :\L 


DAYS  and  moments  quickly  flying 
Speed  us  onward  to  the  dead : 
Oh,  how  soon  shall  we  be  lying 
Each  within  his  narrow  bed! 

2  Jesus,  merciful  Redeemer, 

Rouse  dead  souls  to  hear  Thy  voice: 
Wake,  oh,  wake  each  idle  dreamer 
Xow  to  make  the  eternal  choice ! 

3  Mark  we  whither  we  are  wending; 

Ponder  how  we  soon  must  go 
To  iulierit  bliss  unending 
Or  eternity  of  woe. 

4  As  a  shadow  life  is  fleeting; 

As  a  vapor  so  it  flies: 
For  the  l)ygone  years  retreating 
Pardon  grant,  and  make  us  wise ; 

5  Wise  that  we  our  days  may  number. 

Strive  and  wrestle  with  our  sin; 
Stay  not  ii>  our  work  nor  slumber 
Till  Thy  holy  rest  we  win. 

6  Soon  before  the  Judge  all  glorious 

We  with  all  tlie  dead  shall  stand; 
Saviour,  over  death  victorious, 
Place  us  then  on  Thy  right  hand. 

[After  fourth  and  sixth  verses.] 
Life  passeth  soon; 

Death  draweth  near: 
Keej)  us,  good  Lord, 

Till  Thou  appear; 


rAKOCIlIAL    MI^:^K)^■: 


With  Thee  to  live, 
With  Thee  to  die, 

With  Tliee  to  reijru 
Throiij^h  eternity  I 


614  8s, 

MY  hope  is  built  on  nothinjr  less 
Than  Jesus'  blood  and  rifjliteousness: 
I  dare  not  trust  the  sweetest  frame, 
IJut  wliolly  lean  on  Jesus'  Name. 
On  Clirist,  the  S(»lid  rock,  I  stand; 
All  other  j^i'ound  is  sliifting  sand. 

2  When  clouds  and  darkness  veil  Ilis  face, 
I  rest  on  liis  unchanj^in*;  j^race; 
In  every  high  and  stormy  gale 
My  anchor  holds  within  the  veil. 
On  Christ,  the  solid  rock,  I  stand; 
All  other  ground  is  shifting  sand. 

8  His  word,  His  covenant.  His  blood. 
Support  me  in  the  'whelming  tlood; 
When  all  around  my  soul  gives  way, 
He  then  is  all  my  hope  and  stay. 
On  (lirist,  the  solid  rock.  I  stand; 
All  other  ground  is  shifting  sand. 

4  When  He  sliall  come,  witli  trumpet  sound, 
(Ml.  may  1  then  in  Him  be  tound! 
(httluMl  in  His  righteousness  alone, 
Faultless  to  stand  l»efore  the  tlnone. 
On  Christ,  the  solid  rock,  I  stand; 
All  other  ground  is  shifting  sand. 


1 


615 


6.4.G.4.G.6.G.4. 


L'M  but  a  stranger  here, 
Heaven  is  my  home; 
Kaith  is  a  desert  drear. 
Heaven  is  my  home. 
Dani^cr  and  sonow  stand 
iJouud  me  on  every  hand, 
iicavj-n  is  my  fatherhind, 
Heaven  is  my  liome. 

AVliat  though  the  teuipest  rage, 

Heaven  is  my  home; 
Sliort  is  my  i>ilgrimage, 

Heaven  is  my  li<>me. 
And  lime's  wihl  wintry  Idast 
S<ion  will  he  over-i)ast : 
1  shall  reach  home  at  last, 

Heaven  is  my  home. 
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400 
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502 
511 
520 
500 
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623 


3  Therefore  I  murmur  not, 

Heaven  is  my  home: 
Whate'er  my  earthly  lot, 

Heaven  is  my  h(»me. 
And  1  shall  surely  stand 
There  at  my  Lonl's  right  hand; 
Heaven  is  my  fatherland. 

Heaven  is  my  home. 

Also  the  following: 

At  even  when  the  sun  did  set. 
O  Jesus,  Saviour  of  the  lost. 
O  Thou  that  hear'st  when  sinners  cry. 
Lord,  in  this  Thy  mercy's  day. 
When  1  survey  the  wondrous  cross. 
A  few  more  years  shall  roll. 
Look  from  Thy  sphere  of  endless  day. 
Jesus,  lover  of  my  soul. 
Kock  of  ages. 
Art  thou  weary. 
My  faith  looks  up  to  Thee. 
Sinful,  sighing  to  be  blest. 
Out  of  the  deep  I  call. 
Jesus,  Lord  of  life  and  glory. 
Heal  me,  O  my  Saviour,  heal. 
O  Jesu,  Thou  art  standing. 
There  is  a  green  hill  far  away. 
O  Jesus,  Lord  most  merciful, 
(ilory  be  to  Jesus. 
O  Lamb  of  God,  still  keep  me. 
O  Jesu  we  adore  Thee. 
Hail!  Thou  once  despised  Jesus. 
Come,  Holy  Sjurit,  come, 
(rod  my  Father,  hear  me  pray. 
My  God,  accept  my  heart  this  day. 
O  love  tliat  casts  out  fear. 
Love  divine,  all  love  excelling. 
Come  unto  Me,  ye  weary. 
Saviour,  source  of  every  blessing. 
Lord,  with  ghiwing  lu'art  I'd  praise  Thet 
Shei>herd  of  tender  youth. 
Come,  let  us  sing  tlie  s(»ng  of  S(»ngs. 
Lift  ui>  your  heads,  ye  mighty  gates. 
Oh,  bless  the  Lord,  my  soul. 
Heirs  of  unending  life. 
My  soul,  be  on  thy  guard. 
Oh,  where  shall  rest  be  found. 
Through  the  night  of  doubl  and  sorrow. 
Father,  lu'ar  Thy  children  call. 
O  brothers,  lift  your  voici-s. 
Just  as  I  am. 

Jesus,  Thy  boundless  love  to  mc. 
Tlntugh  faint  yet  ])ursuing. 
Th<>u  knowest  Lord,  the  weariness  and 
sorrow. 


FOR    THE    SICK    AND    AFFLICTED. 


028  Lord  Jesus,  by  Thy  Passion. 

044  Come  my  soul,  Thy  suit  i)iepare. 

045  Approach  my  soul,  tlie  mercy  seat. 

Ool  Thou  hidden  love  of  God,  whose  height. 
00l3  1  heard  the  voice  of  Jesus  sav. 


FOR 

616 


THE   SICK   AXD 


AFFLICTED. 

c.:\L. 


OH,  for  a  faith  that  will  not  shrink 
Thou*ih  i)ressed  by  every  foe, 
That  will  not  tremble  on  the  brink 
Of  any  earthly  woe ! 

2  That  will  not  murmur  nor  complain 

Beneath  the  chastening  rod. 
But,  in  the  hour  of  grief  or  pain, 
Will  lean  upon  its  God ; 

3  A  faith  that  shines  more  bright  and  clear 

When  tempests  rage  without ; 
That,  when  in  danger,  knows  no  fear, 
In  darkness,  feels  no  doubt. 

4  Lord,  give  us  such  a  faith  as  this; 

And  then,  whatever  may  come. 
We'll  taste,  even  here,  the  hallowed  bliss 
Of  an  eternal  home. 


617 


MY  God,  I  thank  Thee,  Who  hast  made 
The  earth  so  bright; 
So  full  of  splendor  and  of  joy, 

Beauty  and  light: 
So  many  glorious  things  are  here, 
Xoble  and  right. 

2  I  thank  Thee  too  that  Thou  hast  made 

Joy  to  abound; 
So  many  gentle  thoughts  and  deeds 

Circling  us  round. 
That  in  the  darkest  spot  of  earth 

Some  love  is  found. 

3  I  thank  Thee  more  that  all  our  joy 

Is  touched  with  pain; 
That  shadows  fall  on  brightest  hours; 

That  thorns  remain; 
So  that  earth's  bliss  may  be  our  guide. 

And  not  our  chain. 
191 


4  For  Th(»u  Who  knowest.  Lord,  how  .soon 
Our  weak  heart  clings. 
Hast  given  us  joys,  tender  and  true, 

Yet  all  with  wings; 
So  that  we  see,  gleaming  on  high. 
Diviner  things. 


I  thank  Thee,  Lord,  that  Thou  hast  kept 

The  best  in  store; 
We  have  enough,  yet  not  too  much 

To  h)ng  for  more: 
A  yearning  for  a  deeper  peace, 

2s  ot  known  before. 


6  I  thank  Thee,  Lord,  that  here  our  souls. 

Though  amply  blest. 
Can  never  lind,  although  they  seek, 

A  i)erf ect  rest ; 
Xor  ever  shall,  until  they  lean 

On  Jesus'  breast. 


618  8s. 

JESUS,  Thy  boundless  love  to  me 
Xo  thought  can  reach,  no  tongue  declare ; 
Oh,  knit  my  thankful  heart  to  Thee, 

And  reign  without  a  rival  there  I 
Thine  wholly.  Thine  alone,  I  am; 
Be  Thou  alone  mv  constant  tiame. 


8  4.    2  Oh,  grant  that  nothing  in  my  soul 

May  dwell,  but  Thy  pure  love  alone  I 

Oh,  may  Thy  love  possess  me  whole, 
My  joy,  my  treasure,  and  my  crown  I 

Strange  flames  far  from  my  heart  remove; 

May  every  act,  word,  thought,  be  love  I 


O  love,  how  cheering  is  thy  ray  I 
All  pain  before  thy  presence  flies: 

Care,  anguish,  sorrow,  melt  away. 
Where'er  thy  healing  beams  arise. 

O  Jesus,  nothing  may  I  see, 

Nothing  desire  or  seek,  but  Thee  I 

Still  let  Thy  love  point  out  my  way! 

What  wondrous    things    Thy  love 
wrought ! 
Still  lead  me,  lest  I  go  astray ; 

Direct  my  word,  inspire  my  thought: 
And  if  I  fail,  so^m  may  I  hear 
Thy  voice,  and  know  that  love  is  near. 


hath 


von   THE   ."r^lCK   AND    AFFLICTED. 


5  In  sufTerin.i;,  be  Thy  love  my  i)ence; 

In  weakness,  be  Thy  K»ve  my  i)o\ver; 
And  when  the  sturms  of  life  shall  eease, 

.Ifsus,  in  that  dark,  linal  hour 
Of  tleath,  be  Thou  my  ^'uide  and  friend, 
That  1  may  love  Thee  without  end. 


621 


619 


S.  M. 


"  A  FY  times  are  in  Thy  liand:" 
J.tX     My  (iod,  I  wish  them  there; 
My  life,  my  friends,  my  soul,  1  leave 
Entirely  to  Thy  care. 


2  "My  times  are  in  Thy  hand,"' 

Whatever  they  may  be; 
Pleasin;:^  or  jtainful,  dark  or  bright, 
As  best  may  seem  to  Thee. 

3  "My  times  are  in  Thy  hand:" 

Why  should  1  doubt  or  fear? 
My  Father" s  hand  will  never  cause 
His  child  a  needless  tear. 

4  "My  times  are  in  Thy  hand," 

.lesus,  the  crueilied! 
The  hand  my  cruel  sins  had  pierced 
Is  now  my  guard  and  guide. 


lis. 

rpiIOr(ni  faim,  yet  pursuing,  we  go  on 
J_      our  way; 

Tlie  Lord  is  our  leader.  His  Word  is  our  stay ; 
Though  surtering,  and  sorrow,  and  trial  be 

near, 
The  Lord  is  our  refuge,  and  whom  can  we 

fear  ? 

2  He  raiseth  the  fallen,  He  cheereth  the  faint ; 
The  weak  and  oppressed,  He  will  hear  tluir 

comjdaiut; 
The   way    may  be   weary,   and   thorny   the 

roa(i. 
But  how  can  we  falter  '?  Our  help  is  in  (iod  ! 

3  And  to  His  ureen  i)astures  our  footsteps  He 

leads; 
His  tloek  in  the  desert  h(»w  kindly  He  feeds! 
The  lambs  in  His  b(»som  He  tenderly  bears. 
And  brings  back  the  wanderers  safe  from 

the  snares. 

4  Though  chuids  may  surround  us,  our  God  is 

our  light; 
Though  storms  rage  around  us,  our  God  is 

our  might ; 
So  faint,  yet  i»ursuing,  still  onward  we  come  : 
The  Lord  is  our  leader,  and  lieaven  is   our 

home ! 


620 

(\  LOVE  divine,  that  stooped  to  share 
/      Our  shari)est  i)ang,  our  bitterest  tear! 
On  Thee  we  cast  each  earth-born  care; 
We  smile  at  pain  while  Thou  art  near. 


2  Though  long  tlie  weary  way  we  tread, 
And  sorr<»w  crown  each  lingering  year, 
Xo  path  we  shun,  no  darkni'ss  drea<l, 

(Jur  hearts  still  whispering,  Thou  art  near. 

;  When  drooi»ing  i)leasure  turns  to  grief. 
And  tremhling  faith  is  changed  to  fear, 
The  muiiMuring  wind,  the  <piivcring  leaf, 
Shall  softly  tell  us,  Thou  art  near. 

1  On  Thee  wc  rest  our  burdening  woe, 
O  Lov(?  divin«',  fore\»'r  dear! 
Content  to  sulfcr,  whih'  we  know, 
Living  and  dying.  Thou  art  near. 
1!>2 


L.M.  622  11-10. 

WE  would  sec  Jesus;  for  the  shadows 
lengthen 
Across  this  little  landscai)c  of  our  life; 
■\Ve   would    see   .lesus,    our   weak   faith    t.» 
strengthen 
For  the  last  weariness,  the  linal  strife. 

2  W^e  would  sec  .Jesus,  the  great  rock  founda- 
tion 
Whereon  our  feet  were  set  by  sovereign 
grace: 
Nor  life  nor«leath,  with  all  their  agitation. 
Can  thence  remove  us,  if  we  see  His  face. 

:)  ^Vc  would  s(H'.b'sns:  otherlights  are  i)aling. 

Which  lor  long  years  we  liave  rejoice<l  to 

sec; 

The  blessings  of  our  ]>ilgrimage  are  failing: 

We  would  n<»t   mourn  them,  f(»r  we  goto 

Thee. 


FOR   THE   SICK    AND   AFFLICTED. 


4  We  would  see  Jesus;  yet  the  s])irit  lin<iei'S 

Round  the  dear  objects  it  has  loved  so 
lon<i:, 
Aud  earth  from  earth  can  scarce  uuclasp  its 
lin<;ers; 
Our  love  to  Thee  makes  not  this  love  less 
strong. 

5  We  would  see  Jesus :  sense  is  all  too  l)inding, 

And  heaven  ai)pears  too  dim,  too  far  away ; 
We  would  see  Tliee,  Thyself  our  hearts  re- 
minding 
W])at  Thou  hast  suffered,  our  great  debt 
to  pay. 

G  We  Avould  see  Jesus:  this  is  all  we're  need- 
ing; 
Strength,  joy,  and  willingness  come  with 
the  sight; 
We  would  see  Jesus,  dying,  risen,  pleading; 
Then  welcome  day,  aud  farewell  mortal 
ni"ht. 


623  11.10.11.10.10.10. 

THOU  knowest.  Lord,  the  weariness  and 
sorrow 
Of  the  sad  heart  that  comes  to  Thee  for 
rest ; 
Cares  of  to-day,  and  burdens  of  to-morrow, 
Blessings  implored,  and  sinsto  be  confest; 
We  come  before  Thee  at  Thy  gracious  word. 
And  lay  them  at  Thy  feet:  Thou  knowest, 
Lord. 

2  Thou  knowest  all  the  past;  how  long  and 

blindly 
On  the  dark  mountains  the  lost  wanderer 

strayed ; 
How  the  Good  Shepherd  followed,  and  how^ 

kindly 
He  bore  it  home,  upon  His  shoulders  laid; 
And     healed     the    bleeding    wounds,    and 

soothed  the  pain. 
And    brought    back    life,    and    hope,    and 

strength  again. 

3  Thou  knowest  all  the  present;  each  tempta- 

tion, 
Each  toilsome  duty,  each  foreboding  fear; 
All  to  each  one  assigned,  of  tribulation. 

Or  to  beloved  ones,  than  self  more  dear; 
All  pensive  memories,  as  we  journey  on, 
Longings   for   vanished   smiles   and   voices 
gone. 
193 


4  Thou   knowest   all    the   future;    gleams   of 

gladness 
By  stormy  clouds  too  (piickly  overcast; 
Hours  of  sweet  fellowship  and  parting  sad- 
ness. 
And  the  dark  river  to  be  crossed  at  last. 
Oh,  what  could  hope  and  confidence  afford 
To  tread  that  path!  but  this,  Thou  knowest, 
Lord. 

5  Thou  knowest,  not  alone  as  God,  all-know- 

ing; 
As  Man,  our  mortal  weakness  Thou  hast 
proved ; 
On  earth,  with  purest  symi:)atliies  o'erflow- 
ing, 
O  Saviour,  Thou  hast  wept,  and  Thou  hast 
loved; 
And  love  and  sorrow  still  to  Thee  may  come, 
And  find  a  hiding-place,  a  rest,  a  home. 

6  Therefore  we  come.  Thy  gentle  call  obeying, 

And  lay  our  sins  and  sorrows  at  Thy  feet; 
On  everlasting  strength  our  weakness  stay- 
ing, 
Clothed  in  Thy  robe  of  righteousness  com- 
plete : 
Then   rising   and   refreshed   we  leave   Thy 

throne. 
And  follow^  on  to  know  as  we  are  known. 


624 


L.  M. 


WITH  tearful  eyes  I  look  around; 
Life  seems  a  dark  and  stormy  sea; 
Yet,  'mid  the  gloom,  I  hear  a  sound, 
A  heavenly  whisper,  "Come  to  Me." 

2  It  tells  me  of  a  place  of  rest; 

It  tells  me  where  my  soul  may  flee: 
Oh,  to  the  weary,  faint,  oppressed. 

How  sweet  the  bidding,  "Come  to  Me! 

3  "Come,  for  all  else  must  fail  and  die! 

Earth  is  no  resting-place  for  thee; 
To  heaven  direct  thy  weeping  eye, 
I  am  thy  portion;  Come  to  Me." 

4  O  voice  of  mercy!  voice  of  love! 

In  conflict,  grief,  and  agony, 
Sui)port  me,  cheer  me  from  above; 
And  gently  whisper,  "Come  to  Me!" 


FOR   THE   SRK   A.NU   AFFLICTED. 


625 


^j^IIV  way,  not  iniiu-,  (>  huiil 
J_      However  dark  it  bo: 
Lead  me  by  Thine  own  han<l, 

Choose  out  the  i)ath  for  nie. 
Smooth  let  it  be  or  rou>ih, 

It  will  be  still  the  best; 
"Windinu:  or  strai«rht.  it  leads 

Ki«;ht  onward  to  Thy  rest. 


2  I  dare  not  choose  my  lot; 

1  would  not,  if  I  niijiht: 
Choose  Th<>u  for  me,  my  (iod: 

So  shall  1  walk  arijiht. 
Take  Tluni  my  eup.  and  it 

With  joy  or  sorrow  hll. 
As  best  to  Thee  may  seem; 

Choose  Tluui  my  ^ood  and  ill, 

3  Choose  Thou  for  me  my  friends, 

My  sickness  or  my  health; 
Choose  Thou  my  cares  for  me, 

My  poverty  or  wealth. 
Not  mine,  not  mine  the  choice, 

In  tliin<is  or  «;reat  or  small; 
Be  Thou  my  ^uidc,  niy  strength, 

Mv  wisdom,  and  niv  all. 


Cs. 


•J  I  do  not  ask  my  cross  to  understand, 
My  way  to  see; 
Better  in  (larkiiess  just  to  feel  Thy  hand. 
Ami  follow  Thee. 

0  Joy  is  like  restless  day:  but  peace  divine 
Like  (piiet  night. 
Lead  mc,  ()  Lord,  till  jterfect  day  shall  shim 
Through  neace  to  lijxht. 


627 


Gs, 


626 


10.4. 


1I)()  not  ask,  ()  Lord,  that  life  may  be 
A  ]ileasant  road ; 
1  do  notaskthat  Tliou  woiddst  take  from  me 
Auuht  of  its  load. 


L'   1   do   not   ask    that    Ihnvers   should    always 
spring 

Beneath  my  feet; 
I  know  too  well  the  jmison  and  the  sting 
Of  things  too  sweet. 

:;  For  ftne  thing  only,  Lord,  dear  Lorrl,  I  i)lead: 
Lead  nu^  aright. 
Though  strength  sh(»uld  falter  and  though 
heart  should  l)leed. 

Through  jteace  to  light. 

•4   I   (1..  not  ask,  ()  Lord,   that    Thou  shouldst 
shed 

Full  ladiance  here; 
(iivc  but  a  ray  of  j»eace,  that  I  may  tread 
Without  a  fear. 
104 


MY  Jesus,  as  Thou  wilt! 
Oh.  may  Thy  will  be  mine; 
Into  Thy  hand  of  love 

I  would  my  all  resign; 
Through  sorrow,  or  thnuigh  joy. 

Conduct  me  as  Thine  own, 
And  help  nu'  still  to  say. 
My  Lord,  Thy  will  be  done  I 

2  My  Jesus,  as  Thou  wilt  I 

Though  seen  through  many  a  te; 
Let  not  my  star  of  hope 

Grow  dim  (U-  disapi)ear: 
Since  Thou  on  earth  hast  wept, 

And  sorrowed  oft  alone. 
If  1  must  weep  with  Thee. 

My  Lord,  Thy  will  be  done  I 

3  Mv  Jesus,  as  Thou  wilt! 

All  shall  be  well  forme; 
Each  changing  future  scene 

I  gladly  trust  with  Thee: 
Straight  to  my  home  above 

I  travel  cahnly  on. 
And  sinu;  in  life  or  death. 

My  Lord,  Thy  will  be  dune  1 


628 


IObl)  Jesus  by  Thy  Passion. 
J      To  Thee  I  make  my  prayer; 
Thou  Who  in  mercy  smitest. 
Have  mi'rcy,  Lord,  and  spare. 

2  Oh,  wash  me  in  the  fountain. 

That  lloweth  from  Thy  side! 
Oh,  clothe  me  in  the  rainuMit 
Thy  blood  hath  i)uritie«l ! 

3  Oh,  hold  Tliiiii  up  my  goings. 

And  lead  tiom  strength  to  stieii 
That  unto  'I'hee  in  Sion 
1  may  appear  at  length! 


:th. 


HOME   AND   I'EliSONAL   USE. 


4  Oh,  hearken  to  my  knocking, 

And  open  ^vide  the  door, 
Tliat  I  may  enter  freely 

And  never  leave  Thee  more ! 

5  Oh,  hrmfi;  me,  lovinor  Jesus, 

To  that  most  Messed  place, 
"Where  angels  and  archangels 
Look  ever  on  Thy  face; 

6  Where  gladsome  alleluias 

Unceasingly  resound; 
Where  martyrs,  now  triumphant, 
Walk  robed  in  ^vhite  and  crowned 

7  Oh,  make  my  spirit  worthy. 

To  join  that  ransomed  throng! 
Oh,  teach  my  lips  to  utter 
That  everlasting  song ! 

8  Oh,  give  that  last,  best  blessing. 

That  even  saints  can  know. 
To  follow  in  Thy  footsteps 
Wherever  Thou  dost  go  I 

9  Xot  wisdom,  might,  or  glory, 

I  ask  to  win  above ; 
I  ask  for  Thee,  Thee  only, 
O  Thou  eternal  love ! 


629  ii.io. 

CiOME,  ye  disconsolate,  where'er  ye  lan- 
/     guisli; 

Come  to  the  mercy-seat,  fervently  kneel; 
Here  bring  your  wounded  hearts,  here  tell 
your  anguish; 
Earth  has  no  sorrow  that  heaven  cannot 
heal. 


Joy  of  the  desolate,  light  of  the  straying, 

Hope  of  the  penitent,  fadeless  and  pure, 
Here  speaks  the  Comforter,  tenderly  saying, 
"Earth  has  no  sorrow  that  heaven  cannot 


HOME   AND   PERSOXAL   USE. 

630  8s. 

As  every  day.  Thy  mercy  spares, 
Will  bring  its  trials  and  its  cares, 
O  Saviour,  till  my  life  shall  end, 
Be  Thou  my  counselor  and  friend ! 
Teach  me  Tliy  precepts  all  divine, 
And  be  Thy  great  example  mine. 

2  When  each  day's  scenes  and  labors  close, 
And  wearied  nature  seeks  rei)ose, 

With  pardoning  mercy  richly  blest, 
(iuard  me,  my  Saviour,  while  I  rest; 
And  as  each  morning  sun  shall  rise. 
Oh,  lead  me  onward  to  the  skies! 

3  And  at  my  life's  last  setting  sun, 
]My  conflicts  o'er,  my  labors  done, 
Jesus,  Thy  heavenly  radiance  shed, 
To  cheer  and  bless  my  dying  bed ; 
Then  from  death's  gloom  my  spirit  raise, 
To  see  Thy  face  and  sing  Thy  praise. 


631 


CM. 


MY  Father,  for  another  night 
Of  quiet  sleep  and  rest, 
For  all  the  joy  of  morning  light. 
Thy  holy  Name  be  blest. 

2  Now  with  the  new-born  day  I  give 

Myself  anew  to  Thee, 
That  as  Thou  wiliest  I  may  live. 
And  what  Thou  wiliest  be. 

3  Whate'er  I  do,  things  great  or  small, 

Whate'er  I  speak  or  frame. 
Thy  glorj"  may  I  seek  in  all. 
Do  all  in  Jesus'  Name. 

4  My  Father,  for  His  sake,  I  pray, 

Thy  child  accept  and  bless; 
And  lead  me  by  Thy  grace  to-day 
In  paths  of  righteousness. 


Here  see  the  Bread  of  life;  see  waters  flow-    fSQO 

Forth  from  the  throne  of  God,  pure  from  i 
above ; 
Come  to  the  feast  of  love;  come,  ever  know- 1 

ins  I 

Earth  has  no  sorrow  but  heaven  can  re-  \ 
move.  I 

195 


6.6.4. 


WHEN  the  bright  morn  T  see. 
My  soul  I  lift  to  Thee, 
Jesus,  my  King. 
E'er  in  my  heart  al)ide. 
Each  dav  till  eventide. 


HOME    AND    I'EKSONAL    USE. 


2  So  in  night's  Itmely  hour, 
lie  my  inoU'ctiiij;  ]>ower: 

On  Thee  I  U-an. 
Turn  Tli(»u  my  heart  to  praise, 
E'en  tlirou<ih  life's  troubled  ways, 

And  sorrows  keen. 

3  Thus  hy  no  ill  be^milcd, 

O  Father!  keep  Thy  ehihl: 

Thy  spirit  })our; 
That  to  some  weary  heart 
Thy  love  1  may  imjjart, 

Thine  aid  implore. 

4  TJft  me  with  soarinj:^  wings, 
Musing  on  holy  thiuL's, 

Earth's  eares  above. 
Grant  me  Thy  graee,  to  win 
If  but  one  soul,  from  sin 

To  Jesus'  love. 


633 


CM. 


rpiIE  morning  l)right  with  rosy  light 
A.      lias  waked  me  from  my  sleep; 
Fatlier,  I  own  Thy  love  alone 
Thy  little  one  doth  keep. 

2  All  through  the  day,  I  humbly  pray, 

Be  Thou  my  guai-d  and  guide; 
My  sins  ftu'give,  and  let  me  live. 
Lord  Jesus,  near  Thy  side. 

3  Oh,  make  Thy  rest  within  my  breast, 

(Jreat  .Si>irit  of  all  graee! 
Make  me  like  Thee;  then  shall  I  l;e 
Prepared  to  see  Thy  face. 


4  O'er  earth,  when  shades  of  eveninij  steal. 
To  death  and  Thee  my  thoughts  I  give; 
1      To  death,  whose  j»ower  I  soon  must  feel, 
To  Thee,  with  Whom  I  trust  to  live. 


635  S7 

TARRY  with  me,  O  my  Saviour! 
For  the  day  is  passing  by; 
See!  the  shades  of  evening  gather, 
And  the  night  is  drawing  nigh. 

2  Deeper,  deeper  grow  the  shadows, 

Paler  nov  the  ghtwing  west. 
Swift  the  night  of  death  advances; 
Shall  it  be  the  night  of  rest  ? 

3  Lonely  seems  the  vale  of  shadow; 

Sinks  my  heart  with  troulded  fear; 
Give  me  faith  for  clearer  vision. 

Speak  Thou,  Lord,  in  words  of  cheer. 

4  Let  me  hear  Thy  v(»i(0  behind  me. 

Calming  all  these  wihl  alarms; 
Let  me,  underneath  my  weakness. 
Feel  the  everlasting  arms. 

5  Feeble,  trembling,  fainting,  dying. 

Lord,  I  cast  myself  on  Thee; 
Tarry  with  me  through  the  darkness; 
Wiiile  1  sleep,  still  watch  by  me, 

0  Tarry  with  me,  O  my  Saviour! 
Lay  my  head  upon  Thy  breast 
Till  the  morning;  then  awake  me! 
Mornin<:  of  eternal  rest. 


634 


L.M.  636 


SAVIOUU,  when  night  involves  the  skies 
My  soul,  adoiing,  turns  to  Thee; 
Thee,  self-abased  in  mortal  guise, 

And  wrapt  in  shades  of  death  lor  me. 

<^)n  Thee  my  waking  rai)tures  dwell. 
When  rrims(»n  gleams  the  east  adorn, 

Thee,  victor  of  the  grave  and  hell. 
Thee,  source  of  life's  eternal  morn. 

When  noon  her  throne  in  light  arrays, 
'i"o  Tlie(!  my  soul  triumphant  si)rings; 

Tliee,  throne*!  in  gloiys  endless  bla/e. 
Thee,  Loid  of  buds  and  Kin;^  of  kings. 
l'.t<> 


8s. 


IXSribpni  and  hearer  of  ]trayer. 
Thou  shejiherd  an<l  guardian  of  Tliin 
My  all  to  Thy  covenant  care, 
I,  sleeping  or  waking,  u'sign. 

2  If  Thou  art  my  shield  and  my  sun, 

The  night  is  no  darkness  t(»  me; 
And,  fast  as  my  minutes  r(»ll  on. 
They  bring  me  but  nearer  to  Tlu'e. 

3  A  sovereign  protector  I  have. 


■  ■■■^.-.^^  i---*- — -  -  1 

'nseen,  yet  forever  at  hand; 
rii(lian'4eably  faithfid  to  save 


Almighty  to  rule  and  command. 


HOME    AND    PEKSONAL    USE. 


4  His  smiles  and  His  comforts  nbonntl, 
His  grace,  as  tiie  dew,  shall  descend; 
And  walls  of  salvation  surround 
The  soul  He  delij^hts  to  defend. 


637  L.M. 

G^  REAT  God,  to  Thee  my  evenini^  song 
r     AVith  humble  gratitude  I  raise: 
Oh,  let  Thy  mercy  tune  my  tongue, 
And  till  my  heart  with  lively  praise. 

2  My  days  unclouded  as  they  pass, 

And  every  onward  rolling  hour, 
Are  monuments  of  wondrous  grace. 
And  witness  to  Th}'  love  and  power. 

3  And  yet  this  thoughtless,  wretched  heart, 

Too  oft  regardless  of  Thy  love, 
Ungrateful,  can  from  Thee  depart, 
And  from  the  path  of  duty  rove. 

4  Seal  my  forgiveness  in  the  blood 

Of  Christ  my  Lord;  His  Name  alone 
I  plead  for  pardon,  gracious  God, 
And  kind  acceptance  at  Thy  throne. 

5  With  hope  in  Him  mine  eyelids  close; 

"With  sleep  refresh  my  feeble  frame; 
Safe  in  Thy  care  may  I  repose. 

And  wake  with  praises  to  Thy  Xame. 


638  87.8.7.7.7. 

THROUGH  the  day  Thylove  has  spared  us ; 
Hear  us  ere  the  hour  of  rest: 
Through  the  silent  watches  guard  us, 
Let  no  foe  our  peace  molest; 
Jesus,  Tliou  our  guardian  be; 
Sweet  it  is  to  trust  in  Thee. 

2  Pilgrims  here  on  earth,  and  strangers, 
Dwelling  in  the  midst  of  foes; 
Us  and  ours  i)reserve  from  dangers; 
In  Thine  arms  may  we  repose; 

And,  when  life's  short  day  is  past. 
Rest  with  Thee  in  heaven  at  last. 


639  8.7. 

HEAR  our  prayer,  O  Heavenly  Father, 
Ere  we  lay  us  down  to  sleep; 
Bid  Thine  angels,  pure  and  holy. 
Round  our  bed  their  vigils  keep. 
197 


2  Heavy  thoug.i  our  sins,  Thy  mercy 

Far  outweiglis  them  every  one, 
Down  before  the  cross  we  cast  them, 
Trusting  in  Thy  help  alone. 

3  Keep  us  through  this  night  of  peril 

Safe  beneath  its  sheltering  shade; 
Take  us  to  Thy  rest,  we  pray  Thee, 
When  our  pilgrimage  is  made. 

4  None  can  measure  out  Thy  patience 

J>y  the  si)an  of  human  thought; 
None  can  bound  the  tender  mercies 
Which  Thy  holy  Son  has  bought. 

5  Pardon  all  our  past  transgressions, 

(tIvc  us  strength  for  days  to  come; 
Guide  and  guard  us  with  Thy  blessing 
Till  Thine  angels  bear  us  home. 


640 


CM. 


TO  Sion  s  hill  I  lift  my  eyes. 
From  thence  expecting  aid ; 
From  Sion's  hill,  and  Sion's  God, 
Who  heaven  and  earth  has  made. 

2  He  will  not  let  thy  foot  be  moved, 

Thy  guartliiui  will  not  sleep; 
Behold,  the  God  who  slumbers  not 
Will  favored  Israel  keep. 

3  Sheltered  beneath  th'  Almighty's  wings, 

Thou  shalt  securely  rest. 
Where  neither  sun  nor  moon  shall  thee 
By  day  or  night  molest. 

4  At  home,  abroad,  in  peace,  in  war, 

Thy  God  shall  thee  defend; 
Conduct  thee  through  life's  pilgrimage, 
Safe  to  thy  journey's  end. 


641 

LORD,  forever  at  Thy  side 
Let  my  place  and  portion  be: 
Strip  me  of  the  robe  of  pride. 
Clothe  me  with  humility. 

2  Meekly  may  my  soul  receive. 
All  Thy  Spirit  hatli  revealed; 
Thou  hast  spoken;  I  believe. 
Though  the  oracle  be  sealed. 


VS. 


Ilo-MK    AM)    rEKS(>NAL    U-SE. 


o  Iluinl.k'  as  a  little  child. 

Wcaiu'd  from  Xhv  inotlier's  brea:^, 
By  no  siihtU'ties  beixuilod, 
On  Thy  faithful  word  1  rest. 

4  Israel  nt>w  and  evermore, 

In  the  Lord  Jehovah  trnst; 
Ilini,  in  all  His  ways,  adore, 
Wise,  and  wonderful,  and  just. 


642  L.  M. 

ri^UKXED  hy  Thy  <,a-ace  I  look  within 
JL      >Iy  restless  soul,  nor  knew  till  now 
The  stains  I  bear,  the  wounds  my  sin 
Has  scarred  upon  my  Saviour  s  brow. 

2  TIk'  si<;ht  afflicts  my  S^iilty  soul: 

My  conscience  cries  and  spares  nie  not, 
(irief's  bitter  waves  now  o'ernie  roll: 
Tears  How  that  cannot  cleanse  one  spot. 

3  O  (iod,  my  God,  I  see  my  sin: 

I  crucified  the  Lord  of  love. 
"Wormwood  and  <jall  I  fiave  to  Him; 
And  sorely  grieved  God's  holy  Dove. 

4  Turne<l  back  and  won  by  grace  so  free, 

My  sin  confessed  Til  ne'er  rei)eat: 
Converted  now,  my  aim  shall  l)e 

To  tread  the  i)rints  of  Christ's  dear  feet. 


')  Forgiveness  for  the  wrongs  done  me. 
With  my  whole  heart  I  freely  give; 
"JMs  only  so  that  tliere  can  be 

Pardon  fiom  Clnist  and  grace  to  live. 

(i  !My  sin  llius  seen,  wept  o'ei-,  confest, 

'i'unu'dfrom  and  loathed  as  paining  Thee 
As  Tliou  forgiv'st,  ()  Saviour  bn'st. 

Is  ])ai(loiie(l,  cleansi'd!   My  soul  is  fi-ee. 


643 


S.  M. 


IESrs,  my  strengtli,  my  hope. 
On  Thee  I  cast  my  care; 
With  humble  conli<U'nce  look  uj), 

And  know  Tliou  heai'st  my  jtiMyt  r 
CJive  me  on  Thee  to  wait, 
Till  1  can  all  things  (h.; 
On  The«',  almighty  to  create. 
Almighty  to  renew. 
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2  Give  me  a  true  regard, 

A  single,  steady  aim. 
I'nmoved  l)y  threatening  or  reward, 

To  Thee  and  Thy  great  Name; 
A  jealous,  just  concern 

For  Thine  immortal  praise; 
A  pure  desire  that  all  may  learn 

And  ghuify  Thy  grace. 

3  I  rest  upon  Thy  word; 

The  promise  is  ft)r  me; 
My  succor  and  salvation.  Lord, 

Shall  suri'ly  come  from  Thee: 
But  let  me  still  abide. 

Nor  from  my  hoi)e  remove. 
Till  Thou  my  patient  spirit  guide 

Into  Thy  perfect  love. 

644 

CiOME,  my  soul,  thy  suit  prejtart': 
/'     .lesus  loves  to  answer  ]»rayer; 
He  Himself  has  bid  thee  i)ray. 
Therefore  will  not  say  thee,  Nay. 

2  Thou  nrt  coming  to  a  King: 
Large  i)etitions  with  thee  bring; 
For  His  grace  and  j)ower  are  such, 
None  can  ever  ask  too  much. 


3  With  my  burden  I  begin: 
Lord,  remove  this  loa<l  of  sin; 
Let  'I'hy  blood,  for  sinneis  sjMlt, 
Set  my  conscience  free  from  guilt. 

4  Lord.  I  conu'  to  'I'hee  for  rest: 
Take  possession  of  my  breast: 

'i'here  Thy  blood-bought  right  maintain, 
.Vnd  without  a  lival  reign. 

5  While  I  am  a  pilgrim  lu'i'e. 
Let  Thy  lovi'  my  spiiit  cheer; 

As  my  guide,  my  guard,  my  friend^ 
Li-ad  me  to  m\  journe.\"s  end. 


0  Show  me  what  I  have  to  d(»: 
Every  hour  my  strength  renew; 
Let  me  live  a  life  of  faith; 
Let  me  die  Thy  people's  deatJi. 

645 


C.  M. 

VrrnOACH,  my  soul,  the  meivy-seat, 
Wheie  .lesus  answers  ]»rayer; 
There  humbly  fall  Itefore  His  feet, 
For  none  can  perish  there. 


HOME    AND    rEFuSOXAL    USE. 


2  Tliy  ])rc>inise  is  my  only  plea, 
With  this  I  voiituru  iii^ii; 
Thou  callest  burdened  sonls  to  Thee, 
And  such,  O  Lord,  am  1. 


3  Bowed  down  beneath  a  load  of  sin, 
By  Satan  sorely  pressed, 
By.  war  without,  and  fears  within, 
I  come  to  Thee  for  rest. 


4  Be  Thoti  my  shield  and  hidinf2:-place; 
That,  sheltered  near  Thy  side, 
I  may  my  fierce  accuser  face, 
And  tell  him.  Thou  hast  died ! 


5  O  wondrous  love !  to  bleed  and  die. 
To  bear  the  cross  and  shame, 
That  guilty  sinners,  sttch  as  I, 
Might  plead  Thy  graciotis  Name. 


646 


CM. 


MY  God,  I  love  Thee:  not  because 
I  hope  for  heaven  thereby; 
Nor  yet  because  if  I  love  not 
I  must  forever  die. 


2  Btit,  O  my  Jesus,  Thoti  didst  me 

Upon  the  cross  embrace ; 
For  me  didst  bear  the  nails  and  spear. 
And  manifold  disgrace, 

3  And  griefs  and  torments  numberless, 

And  sweat  of  agony, 
E'en  death  itself;  and  all  for  me 
Who  was  Thine  enemy. 

4  Then  why,  O  blessed  Jesus  Christ, 

Shotild  I  not  love  Thee  well  ? 
Not  for  the  hope  of  winning  heaven, 
Nor  of  escaping  hell ; 

5  Not  with  the  hope  of  gaining  aught; 

Not  seeking  a  reward : 
Btit  as  Thyself  hast  loved  me, 
O  ever-loving  Lord ! 

6  E'en  so  I  love  Thee,  and  will  love, 

And  in  Thy  praise  will  sing ; 
Solely  because  Thou  art  my  God, 
And  my  eternal  King. 
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647 


]\l 


to  Tl» 


ORK  lov 

More  love  to  Thee 


G.4.6.4.G.6.4. 

()  Christ! 


Hear  Thou  the  prayer  1  make 

On  bended  knee; 
This  is  my  earnest  plea. 
More  love,  O  Christ,  to  Thee, 

More  love  to  Thee ! 

Once  earthly  joy  I  craved. 

Sought  peace  and  rest; 
Now  Thee  alone  I  seek; 

Give  what  is  best: 
This  all  my  praver  shall  be, 
More  love,  O  Christ,  to  Thee  I 

More  love  to  Thee ! 

Let  sorrow  do  its  work. 
Send  grief  and  pain; 

Sweet  are  Thy  messengers. 
Sweet  their  refrain, 

AYhen  they  can  sing  with  me, 

More  love,  O  Christ,  to  Thee, 
More  love  to  Thee. 

Then  shall  my  latest  breath 
Whisper  Thy  praise; 

This  be  the  parting  cry 
My  heart  shall  raise. 

This  still  its  prayer  shall  be. 

More  love,  O  Christ,  to  Thee, 
More  love  to  Thee ! 


648 


L.M. 


O  change  of  time  shall  ever  shock 
My  firm  affection,  Lord,  to  Thee; 
For  Thou  hast  always  been  my  rock, 
A  fortress  and  defence  to  me. 

2  Thou  my  deliverer  art,  my  God ; 

My  trust  is  in  Thy  mighty  power: 
Thou  art  my  shield  from  foes  abroad, 
At  home  my  safeguard  and  my  tower. 

3  To  Thee  I  will  address  my  prayer, 

To  Whom  all  praise  we  justly  owe; 
So  shall  I,  by  Thy  watchful  care. 
Be  guarded  safe  from  every  foe. 


649 


P.M. 


BREAST  the  wave,  Christian, 
When  it  is  strongest; 
Watch  for  day,  Christian, 
When  the  night's  longest; 


IIO-ME    AND    rEK:>OXAL    USE. 


Onward  and  onward  still 

Be  tliino  endeavor; 
The  rest  that  remaiueth 

Will  be  forever. 

2  Fijrht  the  fipht,  Christian, 

.lesus  is  »»"er  thee; 
Klin  the  race.  Christian, 

Heaven  is  hefore  thee; 
He  Who  hath  promised 

Faltereth  never; 
He  Wlu»  hath  loved  so  well, 

Loveth  forever. 

3  Lift  thine  eye.  Christian, 

.lust  as  it  eloseth ; 
IJaise  thy  heart.  Christian, 

Ere  it  reposeth; 
Thee  from  the  love  of  Christ 

Xothin<;  shall  sever; 
And,  when  thy  work  is  done, 

Praise  Him  forever. 


650  CM. 

T  V^HEX  all  Thy  mercies,  O  my  God, 

▼  T        ^ly  risinjT^  soul  surveys. 
Transported  with  the  view.  I'm  lost 
In  wonder,  love,  and  praise. 

2  Oil,  how  shall  words  with  equal  warmth 
The  ^ratitudi'  declare 
That  ^lows  within  my  ravished  heart  ? 
But  Thou  canst  read  it  there. 


.3  Ten  thousand  thousand  precious  uifti 
My  <laily  thanks  emi)loy; 
Xor  is  the  least  a  cheerfid  heart. 
That  tastes  tho.se  j^nfts  with  joy. 

4  Throu|j;h  every  ijcriod  of  my  life 
'I'hy  goodness  1*11  ])ursue; 
And  after  death,  in  distant  worlds, 
'I'he  ;ilorious  theme  renew. 


."   Wlicn  nature  fails,  and  day  and  ni;j;ht 
Divide  Thy  works  no  more. 
My  ever  jirateful  heart.  ()  Eord, 
Tliy  mercy  shall  a<lore. 

(\  Throu^di  all  eternity,  to  Thee 

A  joyful  son^  Til  raise; 

But  oh,  et^'rnity's  too  sh(»rt 

To  utter  all  Thy  praise! 

2()0 


8s. 


651 

rpilor  hidden  love  of  God,  whose  hei^rht, 
JL       Whose    dei)th    unfathomed    no    man 


knows; 
I  see  from  far  Thy  beauteous  lig 

Inly  I  si^h  for  Thy  rejxKse; 
My  heart  is  pained,  n(»r  can  it  be 
At  rest  till  it  lind  rest  in  Thee. 


lit. 


2  Is  there  a  thin.ir  beneath  the  sun 

That  strives  with  Thee  my  heart  to  share  ? 
Ah !  tear  it  thence,  and  rei<in  alone. 

The  Lord  of  every  motion  there. 
Then  shall  my  heart  fnun  earth  l>e  free, 
When  it  hath  found  rei>ose  in  Thee. 

3  Oh,  hide  this  self  from  me,  that  I 

No  more,  but  Christ  in  me,  may  live! 
My  base  afl'ections  crucify. 

Nor  let  one  fav()rite  sin  survive; 
In  all  thin>;s  nothin<i;  may  I  see. 

Nothin«^  desire,  or  seek,  but  Thee. 


4  Each  moment  draw  from  earth  away 
My  heart,  that  lowly  waits  Thy  call 

Speak  to  my  inm(»st  soul,  and  say 
I  am  Thy  love,  thy  (;od,  thy  all! 

To  feel  Thy  power,  to  hear  Thy  voice. 

To  taste  Thy  love,  be  all  my  choice! 


652 


JESUS,  ca 
Give  m 


cast  a  look  on  me. 

me  sweet  simidicity ; 
Make  me  i)oor  and  kec])  me  l(»w, 
Seekini:  oidv  Tlu-e  to  know; 


2  Weaned  from  my  lordly  self, 
Weanrd  from  the  miser's  ])elf, 
Weani'd  from  the  scoiner's  ways, 
AN'eanJ'd  from  the  lust  of  i)raise. 

3  All  that  feeds  my  busy  pride, 
Cast  it  evermcue  aside; 

Bid  my  will  to  Thine  sulunit. 
]m\  me  humblv  at  Thv  feet. 


4  Make  me  like  a  little  child. 

Of  my  strenu^th  an<l  wisd<un  s]«oi]rd 
Seein;;  only  in  Thy  li<;ht. 
Walkinj;  «>nlv  in  Thv  mi«;ht; 


HOME    AND    PEIISOXAL    USE. 


5  Leanin<;  on  Thy  lovino^  breast, 
AVhere  a  Aveary  soul  may  rest; 
Feeling-  well  the  peace  of  God, 
Flowing  from  Thy  precious  blood. 


653 


CM. 


On,  for  a  closer  walk  with  God, 
A  calm  and  heavenly  frame: 
A  light  to  shine  upon  the  road 
That  leads  me  to  the  Lamb ! 

2  Return,  O  holy  Dove,  return, 

ISweet  messenger  of  rest; 
I  hate  the  sins  that  made  Thee  mourn. 
And  drove  Thee  from  my  breast. 

3  The  dearest  idol  I  have  known, 

Whate'er  that  idol  be. 
Help  me  to  tear  it  from  Thy  throne, 
And  worship  only  Thee. 

4  So  shall  my  walk  be  close  with  God, 

Calm  and  serene  my  frame; 
So  purer  light  shall  mark  the  road 
That  leads  me  to  the  Lamb. 


654 


lOs. 


AS  pants  the   wearied    hart  for  cooling- 
springs. 
That   sinks   exhausted   in  the   summer's 
chase. 
So  pants  my  soul  for  Thee,  great  King  of 
kings. 
So  thirsts  to  reach  Thy  sacred  dwelling- 
place. 

2  Lord,  Thy  sure  mercies,  ev^r  in  my  sight. 

My  heart  shall  gladden  through  the  tedi- 
ous day; 
And  'midst  the  dark  and  gloomy  shades  of 
night. 

To  Thee,  my  God,  I'll  tune  the  grateful 
lay. 

3  Whv  faint,  my  soul  ?  whv  doubt  Jehovah's 

aid  ? 
Thy   God,  the   God   of   mercy   still   shall 
prove ; 
Within  His  courts  thy  thanks  shall  yet  be 
paid : 
Unquestioned  be  His  faithfulness  and  love. 
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655  L  M. 

LET  me  with  light  and  trutii  \h-  l)h'st; 
Be  these  mv  guides  to  lead  the  way, 
Till  on  Thy  holy  hill  1  rest. 

And  in  Thy  sacred  temple  pray. 

2  Then  will  I  there  fresh  altars  raise 

To  God,  Who  is  my  only  joy; 
And  well-tuned  harps,  with  songs  of  praise, 
Shall  all  my  grateful  hours  employ. 

3  Why  then  cast  down,  my  soul '?  and  why 

So  mui^-h  oppressed  with  anxious  care  ? 
On  God,  thy  God,  for  aid  rely, 
Who  will  thy  ruined  state  repair. 


656  CM. 

OTHOU,  from  Whom  all  goodness  flows, 
I  lift  my  heart  to  Thee ; 
In  all  my  sorrows,  conflicts,  woes. 
Dear  Lord,  remember  me. 

2  When  on  my  aching,  burdened  heart 

My  sins  lie  heavily. 
Thy  pardon  grant.  Thy  peace  impart: 
In  love,  remember  me. 

3  When  trials  sore  obstruct  my  way. 

And  ills  I  cannot  flee, 
Oh,  let  my  strength  be  as  my  day  I 
For  good,  remember  me. 

4  If  worn  with  pain,  disease,  and  grief, 

This  feeble  frame  should  be. 
Grant  patience,  rest,  and  kind  relief: 
Hear  and  remember  me. 

5  And  oh,  when  in  the  hour  of  death 

I  own  Thy  just  decree, 
Be  this  the  prayer  of  my  last  breath. 
Dear  Lord,  remember  me. 


657 


S.  M. 


MY  spirit,  on  Thy  care, 
Blest  Saviour,  I  recline; 
Thou  wilt  not  leave  me  to  despair. 
For  Thou  art  love  divine. 

2  In  Thee  I  place  my  trust, 
On  Thee  I  calmly  rest; 
I  know  Thee  good,  I  know  Thee  just, 
And  count  Thy  choice  the  best. 


HOME    AM)    I'EIJSUXAL    USE. 


3  Wliate'er  events  lu'titlo. 

Thy  will  tlioy  all  perfunn: 

iSafe  in  Tliy  breast  my  head  I  h 

Nor  fear  the  coining  storm. 

4  Let  gfood  or  ill  befall. 

It  must  be  <;<»o(l  for  me; 
Secure  of  bavin;;  Thee  in  all, 
Of  having  all  in  Thee. 


658 


CM. 


LOUD,  it  belongs  noi  i(»  my  care 
NVhether  I  die  or  live; 
To  love  and  serve  Thee  is  my  share, 
And  this  Thy  grace  must  give. 

L'  If  life  be  long,  oh,  make  me  glad 
The  longer  to  obey; 
If  short,  no  laborer  is  sad 
To  end  his  toilsome  day. 

3  Christ  leads  me  through  no  darker  rooms 

Than  He  went  through  before; 
And  he  that  to  (iod's  kingdom  comes 
Must  enter  by  this  door. 

4  Come,  Lord,  wliengrace  hath  made  me  meet 

Thy  l)lessed  face  to  see: 
For  if  Thv  work  on  earth  be  sweet, 
What  will  Thy  glory  be  ? 

5  Then  I  shall  end  my  sad  complaints 

And  weary,  sinful  days. 
And  Join  with  the  triumphant  saints 
That  sing  my  Saviour's  i)raise. 

6  My  knowledge  of  that  life  is  small. 

The  eye  of  faith  is  dim; 
IJut  'tis  enough  that  ("lirist  knows  all. 
And  I  shall  lie  with  Jlim. 


659 


S.M. 


TESrs,  I  live  to  Thee, 
The  loveliest  and  best; 
My  life  in  Thee,  'J'hy  life  in  me 
in  Thy  blest  love  I  rcM. 


2  .lesus,  r  die  to  Thee, 

Whenever  death  shall  come 
To  die  in  Thee  is  life  to  me, 
In  my  eternal  home. 
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3  Whether  to  live  or  die, 

1  know  not  which  is  best; 
To  live  in  Thee  is  bliss  to  me, 
To  die  is  endless  rest. 

4  Living  or  dying,  Lord, 

I  ask  but  to  be  Thine; 
My  life  in  Thee,  Thy  life  in  me. 
Makes  heaven  forever  mine. 

660  8.8.8.4. 

MY  God,  my  Father,  while  I  stray 
Far  from  my  home  in  life's  rough  way. 
Oh,  teach  me  from  my  heart  to  say, 
''Thy  will  be  done  I" 

2  Though  dark  my  path,  and  sad  my  lot, 
liCt  me  be  still  and  murmur  not. 

Or  breathe  the  i)rayer  divinely  taught, 
"Thy  will  be  donel'' 

3  What  though  in  lonely  grief  I  sigh 
For  friends  beloved,  no  longer  nigh, 
Submissive  still  would  I  reply, 

"  Thy  will  be  done  I'' 

4  If  Thou  should'st  call  me  to  resign 
AVhat  most  I  prize,  it  ne'er  was  mine; 
1  only  yield  Thee  what  is  Thine; 

"Thy  will  be  done  I" 

5  Let  but  my  fainting  heart  be  blest 
AVith  Thy  good  Sjnrit  f(U-  its  guest, 
My  (rod,  to  Thee  I  leave  the  rest; 

"Thy  will  be  done  I" 

G  Renew  my  will  from  day  to  day, 
Blend  it  with  Thine,  and  take  away 
All  that  now  makes  it  liard  to  say, 
"  Thy  will  be  done!" 

7  Then,  when  on  earth  I  breathe  n(»  more 
The  ])rayer  oft  mixed  with  tears  befc»re, 
I'll  sing  upon  a  happier  shore, 
"  Thy  will  be  done.'' 

661  r.M 

^IIA'I'E'EK  my  God  ordains  is  right; 


AV 


His  will  is  ever  just 
Howe'er  He  orders  now  my  cause, 
I  will  lie  still  and  trust.  " 
He  is  my  ( Jod  ; 
Though  dark  mv  roa<l. 
He  holds  me  that  I  shall  not  fall, 
Wherefore  to  Him  I  leave  it  all. 


HOME    AXD    PERSONAL    USE. 


2  AVhate'er  my  God  ordains  is  right; 
He  never  will  deceive; 
He  leads  me  by  the  proper  path, 
And  so  to  Him  I  cleave, 
And  take  content 
AVhat  He  hath  sent; 
His  hand  can  turn  my  griefs  away, 
And  patiently  I  wait  His  day. 

5  Whatever  my  God  ordains  is  right; 
Though  I  the  cup  must  drink 
That  bitter  seems  to  my  faint  heart, 
I  will  not  fear  nor  shrink; 
Tears  pass  away 
With  dawn  of  day ; 
Sweet  comfort  yet  shall  fill  my  heart, 
And  pain  and  sorrow  all  depart. 

i  Whate'er  my  God  ordains  is  right; 
My  light,  my  life  is  He, 
"Who  cannot  will  me  aught  but  good; 
I  trust  Him  utterly ; 
For  well  I  know. 
In  joy  or  woe. 
We  soon  shall  see,  as  sunlight  clear. 
How  faithful  w^as  our  guardian  here. 

)  Whatever  my  God  ordains  is  right; 
Here  will  I  take  my  stand. 
Though  sorrow,  need,  or  death  make  earth 
For  me  a  desert  land. 
3Iy  Fathers  care 
Is  round  me  there. 
He  holds  me  that  I  shall  not  fall; 
And  so  to  Him  I  leave  it  all. 


662 


^S. 


SOYEKEIGX  ruler  of  the  skies, 
Ever  gracious,  ever  wise, 
All  our  times  are  in  Thy  hand, 
All  events  at  Thy  command. 

2  He  that  formed  us  in  the  w  omb, 
He  shall  guide  us  to  the  tomb; 
All  our  ways  shall  ever  be 
Ordered  by  His  wise  decree. 

3  Times  of  sickness,  times  of  health, 
Blighting  want  and  cheerful  Avealth, 
All  our  pleasures,  all  our  pains. 
Come,  and  end,  as  God  ordains. 

4  May  we  always  own  Thy  hand, 
Still  to  Thee  surrendered  stand, 
Know  that  Thou  art  God  alone, 
We  and  ours  are  all  Thy  own! 

203 


663 


CM. 


FATHER,  whate'er  of  earthly  bliss 
Thy  sovereign  will  denies. 
Accepted  at  Thy  throne  of  grace 
Let  this  petition  rise, 

2  Give  me  a  calm  and  thankful  heart. 

From  every  murmur  free; 
The  blessings  of  Thy  grace  impart, 
And  make  me  live  to  Thee. 

3  Let  the  sweet  hope  that  Thou  art  mine 

My  path  of  life  attend : 
Thy  presence  through  my  journey  shine. 
And  crown  my  journey's  end. 


664  c.  M. 

WHILE  Thee  I  seek,  protecting  Power, 
Be  my  vain  wishes  stilled ; 
And  may  this  consecrated  hour 
With  better  hopes  be  filled. 

2  Thy  love  the  power  of  thought  bestowed, 

To  Thee  my  thoughts  would  soar: 
Thy  mercy  o'er  my  life  has  flowed, 
That  mercy  I  adore. 

3  In  each  event  of  life,  how  clear 

Thy  ruling  hand  I  see; 
Each  blessing  to  my  soul  more  dear, 
Because  conferred  by  Thee. 

4  In  every  joy  that  crowns  my  days, 

In  every  pain  I  bear, 
My  heart  shall  find  delight  in  praise, 
Or  seek  relief  in  prayer. 

5  When  gladness  wings  my  favored  hour, 

Thy  love  my  thoughts  shall  fill ; 
Resigned  when  storms  of  sorrow^  lower. 
My  soul  shall  meet  Thy  will. 

6  My  lifted  eye,  without  a  tear. 

The  gathering  storms  shall  see ; 
My  steadfast  heart  shall  know  no  fear. 
That  heart  will  rest  on  Thee. 


665 


S.M. 


BLEST  be  the  tie  that  binds 
Our  hearts  in  Jesus'  love: 
The  fellowship  of  Christian  minds 
Is  like  to  that  above. 


HOME    AND    rEK.soNAL  USE. 


2  Before  our  Father's  throne 

We  pour  united  prayers; 
Our  fears,  our  hopes,  our  aims  are  one; 
Our  comftuts  ami  our  cares. 

3  We  share  our  mutual  ^voes, 

Our  mutual  burdens  l)ear: 
And  often  for  eaih  other  flows 
The  symiKithizinu:  tear. 

4  When  we  at  death  must  part, 

Not  like  the  wt)rl(rs.  our  pain; 
But  one  in  Christ,  and  one  in  heart, 
We  part  to  meet  aj^aiu. 

5  From  sorrow,  toil,  and  pain. 

And  sin,  we  shall  be  free; 
And  perfect  love  and  friendship  reign 
Throu<;liout  eternity. 


666 


CM. 


I  HEARD  the  voice  of  Jesus  say 
Come  unto  Me  and  rest; 
Lay  down,  thou  weary  one.  lay  down 

Thy  head  upon  My  breast. 
I  came  to  Jesus  as  I  was, 

Weary  and  worn  and  sad, 
I  found  in  Him  a  restin<4-i)lace, 
And  He  has  made  me  <;lad. 

2  I  heard  the  voice  of  Jesus  say 

Beh(»ld  I  freely  <,nve 
The  living  water;  thirsty  one. 

Stoop  (^)wn  and  drink,  and  live. 
I  came  to  Jesus,  and  I  drank 

Of  that  life-giving  stream; 
My  thirst  was  (pu'uched,  my  soul  revived, 

And  now  1  live  in  Him. 

3  I  heard  the  voice  of  Jesus  say 

I  am  this  dark  world's  light; 
Look  unto  Me,  thy  morn  shall  rise, 

And  all  thy  day"  be  bright. 
I  looked  to  .iesus,  and  1  found 

In  Him  mv  star,  mv  sun; 
An<l  in  that 'light  of  life  Ell  walk, 

'Till  travelling  davs  are  done. 


667  ii^'s 

1>EAC  E,  perfect  i»eace,  in  this  dark  world 
of  sin  ?  i 

Tlic  blood  <»f  Jesus  whisi»eis  ))eace  within.     | 


2  Peace,  i)erfect  peace,  by  thronging  duties 

])ressed  '? 
To  do  the  will  of  Jesus,  this  is  rest. 

3  Peace,  perfect  peace,  with  sorrows  surging 

rmind  '.* 
On  Jesus'  bosom  naught  but  calm  is  found. 

4  Peace,  perfect  peace,  with  loved  ones  far 

away  ? 
In  Jesus'  keeping  we  are  safe,  and  they. 

5  Peace,  perfect  peace,  our  future  all  unknown? 
Jesus  we  know,  and  He  is  on  the  thn»ne. 

0  Peace,   perfect  peace,   death  shadowing  us 
and  ours  ? 
Jesus    has  vanquished    death    and    all    its 
powers. 

7  It  is  enough:    earth's  struggles  soon  shall 
cease. 
And  Jesus  call  us  to  heaven's  perfect  ju'iv 


668 


S.M. 


FOREVER  with  the  Lord! 
Amen!  so  let  it  be! 
Life  from  the  dead  is  in  that  word. 
And  immortality ! 

2  Here  in  the  body  i>ent. 

Absent  from  Ilim  1  roam, 
Yet  nightly  jjitch  my  moving  tent 
A  day's  march  nearer  home. 

3  My  Father's  house  on  high. 

Home  of  my  soul,  how  near. 
At  times,  to  faith's  foreseeing  eye. 
Thy  golden  gates  ai>pear! 

4  Ah!  then  my  sjiiiit  faints 

To  reach  the  land  I  love. 
The  bright  inheritance  of  saints, 
Jerusalem  abovf! 

5  Then,  then  I  feel,  that  He, 

lU'inembcred  ov  forgot, 
The  Lord,  is  never  far  from  me. 
Though  1  i)erceive  Him  n(»t. 

0  S(.  when  my  latest  breath 

Shall  n-nil  the  veil  in  twain, 
r.y  death  I  shall  escape  from  death, 
And  life  eternal  gain. 


HOME    AND    PEKiiOXAL    U^E. 


669 


P.M.  671 


CM. 


/  \XE  sweetly  solemn  thought 
v^     Comes  to  me  o'er  and  o'er; 
I  am  nearer  my  home  to-day 
Than  I  ever  have  been  before ; 

2  Xearer  the  great  white  throne, 

Nearer  the  crystal  sea, 
Xearer  my  Father's  house, 

Where  the  "many  mansions"  be; 

3  Nearer  the  bound  of  life, 

Where  we  lay  our  burdens  down; 
Xearer  leaving  the  cross, 
Nearer  gaining  the  crown; 

4  But  lying  darkly  between. 

Winding  down  through  the  night, 
Is  the  deep  and  unknown  stream 
To  be  crossed  ere  we  reach  the  light. 

5  Jesus,  perfect  my  trust. 

Strengthen  the  hand  of  my  faith: 
Let  me  feel  Thee  near  when  I  stand 
On  the  edge  of  the  shore  of  death ; 

(3  Feel  Thee  near  when  my  feet 
Are  slipping  over  the  brink; 
For  it  may  be  I'm  nearer  home, 
Nearer  now  than  I  think. 


670  L.  M. 

i   S,  when  the  weary  traveller  gains 
^iTa.     Tlie  height  of  some  commanding  hill, 
His  heart  revives,  if  o'er  the  plains 

He  sees  his  home,  though  distant  still ; 

2  Thus,  when  the  Christian  pilgrim  views 

By  faith  his  mansion  in  the  skies. 
The  sight  his  fainting  strength  renews. 
And  wings  his  speed  to  reach  the  prize. 

3  The  thought  of  heaven  his  spirit  cheers; 

No  more  he  grieves  for  troubles  past; 
Nor  any  future  trial  fears. 
So  he  may  safe  arrive  at  last. 

4  Jesu*^,  on  Thee  our  hopes  we  stay, 

To  lead  us  on  to  Thine  abode; 
Assured  Thy  love  will  far  o'erpay 
The  hardest  labors  of  the  road. 
205 


TIIEIIE  is  a  land  of  pure  delight, 
Where  saints  immortal  reign; 
Eternal  day  excludes  the  night. 
And  pleasures  banish  pain. 

2  There  everlasting  spring  abides. 
And  never-fading  flowers; 
Death,  like  a  narrow  sea.  divides 
This  heavenlv  land  from  ours. 


3  Bright  fields  beyond  the  swelling  flood 
Stand  dressed  in  living  green; 
So  to  the  Jews  fair  Canaan  stood, 
While  Jordan  rolled  between. 


4  But  timorous  mortals  start  and  shrink 

To  cross  the  narrow  sea ; 
And  linger,  trembling  on  the  brink. 
And  fear  to  launch  away. 

5  Oh,  could  we  make  our  doubts  remove, 

Those  gloomy  doubts  that  rise. 
And  see  the  Canaan  that  we  love, 
With  faith's  illumined  eyes: 

6  Could  we  but  climb  where  Moses  stood, 

And  view  the  landscape  o'er. 
Xot  Jordan's  stream,  nor  death's  cold  flood. 
Should  fright  us  from  the  shore. 


672  11.6. 

\     VOICE  is  heard  on  earth  of  kinsfolk 
Xa-       weeping 

The  loss  of  one  they  love; 
But  he   is   gone  where   the   redeemed   are 
keeping 
A  festival  above. 

2  The  mourners  throng  the  way,  and  from  the 

steeple 
The  funeral  bell  tolls  slow; 
But  on  the  golden  streets,  the  holy  people 
Are  passing  to  and  fro; 

3  And  saying  as  they  meet,  rejoice  I  another 

Long  waited  for  is  come: 
The    Saviour's    heart  is  glad:   a    younger 
brother 
Hath  reached  the  Fathers  home. 


HOME    AND    PERSONAL    USE. 


673 


6s. 


rpiIEKE  is  a  blessed  home 
A.      Beyond  this  hiiul  of  woe, 
Where  trials  never  eome, 

Nor  tears  of  sorrow  llow; 
Where  faith  is  htst  in  si^^ht, 

And  jtatient  Inipe  is  crowned, 
And  everhistin^^  lij,'ht 

Its  glory  throws  around. 

2  There  is  a  land  of  peace: 

Good  an<,a'ls  know  it  well; 
Glad  soniis  that  never  cease 

Within  its  jjortals  swell; 
Around  its  j^lorious  throne 

Ten  thousand  saints  adore 
Christ,  with  the  Father  One, 
And  S])irit,  evermore. 
200 


3  O  joy  all  joys  beyond, 

To  see  the  Lamb  Who  died. 
And  c«)unt  each  sacred  wonnil 

In  hands,  and  feet,  and  side! 
To  fxive  to  Him  the  praise 

Of  every  triumi»h  won. 
And  sing  through  endless  days 

The  great  things  He  hath  done  I 


Lo(»k  up,  ye  saints  of  God! 

Nor  fear  to  tread  below 
The  i>ath  your  Saviour  trod 

Of  daily  toil  and  woe! 
Wait  but  a  little  while 

In  uncomi)laining  love! 
His  own  most  gracious  smile 

Shall  welcome  vou  above. 


DOXOLOGIES. 


Note —After  the  Long,  Common,  and  Short  Metres,  the  Doxologies  follow  in  numerical  order;  first  the 
simple  numbers,  then  the  double,  and  then  the  mixed.  And  the  sequence  is  always  from  the  higher  to  the 
lower,  as  10s,  8s,  7s  ;  8.7,  7.6,  6.5,  etc. 


L.  M. 

PRAISE  God,  from  Whom  all  blessings  flow 
Praise  Him,  all  creatures  here  below  I 
Praise  Him  above,  ye  heavenly  host! 
Praise  Father,  Son,  and  Holy  Ghost!  Amen. 


L.  M. 

TO  Father,  Son,  and  Holy  Ghost, 
The  God  Whom  earth  and  heaven  adore, 
Be  glory,  as  it  was  of  old. 

Is  now,  and  shall  be  evermore.     Amen. 


D.  L.  M. 

TO  God  the  Father,  God  the  Son. 
And  God  the  Spirit,  praise  be  given, 
The  everlasting  Three  in  One. 

Adored  by  all  in  earth  and  heaven; 
As  was  in  circling  ages  past. 

Is  now.  and  shall  forever  be, 
While  saints  their  crowns  of  glory  cast 
Before  Thy  throne,  blest  Trinity. 

CM. 

TO  Father,  Son,  and  Holy  Ghost, 
The  God  Whom  we  adore. 
Be  glory,  as  it  was,  is  now, 

And  shall  be  evermore.     Amen. 

D.  C.  M. 

TO  praise  the  Father,  and  the  Sou. 
And  Spirit  all-divine. 
The  One  in  Three,  and  Three  in  One 

Let  saints  and  angels  join: 
Glory  to  Thee,  blest  Three  in  One, 

The  God  Whom  we  adore, 
As  was,  and  is,  and  shall  be  done, 
When  time  shall  be  no  more.     Amen. 

S.M. 

TO  God,  the  Father,  Son, 
And  Spirit,  ever  blest. 
The  One  in  Three,  the  Three  in  One, 
Be  endless  praise  addressed.     Amen. 

207 


8s. 


D.  S.  M. 

PRAISE,  as  in  ages  past, 
Praise,  as  in  glory  now, 
Praise,  while  eternity  shall  last. 

To  Thee,  O  God,  we  vow; 
AVhom  all  the  heavenly  host 
And  saints  on  earth  adore; 
To  Father,  Sou,  and  Holy  Ghost, 
Be  glory  evermore.     Amen. 

1  lOs. 

TO  God  the  Father,  and  to  God  the 
Son, 
To  God  the  Holy  Spirit,  Three  in  One, 
Be  praise  from  all  on  earth  and  all  in 

heaven. 
As  was,  and  is,  and  ever  shall  be  given. 

Ameu. 

2  .  8s. 

ALL  praise  to  the  Father,  the  Son, 
And  Spirit,  thrice  holy  and  blest, 
Th"  eternal,  supreme  Three  in  One, 
Was,  is,  and  shall  still  be  addressed. 

Amen. 


6  8.8.8.8.8.8. 

TO  God  the  Father,  God  the  Son. 
And  God  the  Spirit,  Three  in  One, 
Be  glory  in  the  highest  given. 
By  all  in  earth,  and  all  in  heaven. 
As  was  through  ages  heretofore. 
Is  now,  and  shall  be  evermore. 

Amen. 


4  8.8.8.8.8.8. 

TO  Father,  Son,  and  Holy  Ghost, 
The  God  Whom  heaven's  trium- 
phant host 
And  suffering  saints  on  earth  adore, 
Be  glory  as  in  ages  past. 
As  now  it  is,  and  so  shall  last 

When  time  itself  shall  be  no  more. 

Amen. 


D0X0L0G1E.S. 


Ss. 


E 


TKIJNAL  Father: 


D.  8s. 
tliroiK'd  above, 


t  Eternal  Wcril!  Wh.»  left  Thy  throne 
F«>r  man's  rebellion  to  atone; 

;  Eternal  Si»irit,  Who  dost  jiive 
That  ji^race  whereby  our  spirits  live: 
Thou  God  of  our  salvation,  be 
Eternal  praises  i)aid  to  Thee.     Amen. 


6s. 


11  IX  Gs. 

rpo  f'ather  and  to  Son, 
X      And  Holy  (ihost,  to  Thee, 
Eternal  Three  in  One, 

Eternal  jrlory  be; 
As  hath  been,  and  is  now, 

And  shall  be  everuKue: 
Before  Thy  throne  we  bow. 

And  Thee  our  God  adore.     Anun. 


6 


iS. 


HOLY  Father,  Holy  Son, 
Holy  Spirit,  Three  in  One  I 
Glory,  as  of  old,  to  Thee, 
Now,  and  evermore  shall  be.     Amen. 


PIxAISp]  the  Xame  of  God  most  high, 
Praise  Him,  all  below  the  sky, 
Praise  Him,  all  ye  heavenly  host, 
Father,  Son,  and  Holy  Ghost; 
As  throu<;h  countless  a»ies  past. 
Evermore  His  praise  shall  last.     Amen. 


8  D.  7s. 

HOLY  Father,  Fount  of  light, 
God  of  wisdom,  goodness,  might; 
Holy  Son,  Who  cam'st  to  dwell, 
God  with  us,  Emmanuel; 
Holy  Spirit,  heiivenly  Dove, 
(iod  of  comfort,  peace,  and  love; 
Evermore  be  Thou  adored. 
Holy,  Holy,  Holy  Lord.     Amen. 


8.7. 


12  8  7. 

PRAISE  the  Father,  earth  and  heav'n, 
Praise  the  Son.  the  Si)irit  i)raise, 
As  it  was,  and  is,  be  given 

Glory  through  eternal  days.     Amen. 


13 


8.7.8.7. S.7 

PRAISE  and  honor  to  the  Father, 
Praise  and  honor  to  the  Son, 
Praise  and  honor  to  the  Spirit, 

Ever  Three  and  ever  One; 
One  in  might  and  one  in  glory 
While  eternal  ajjes  run.     Amen. 


14  D.  8.7. 

LET  the  voice  of  all  creation. 
Earth    and   heaven's    triumphant 
host. 
Praise  the  God  of  our  salvation. 
Father,  Son,  and  Holy  (Jhost. 
See  the  heavenly  elders  casting 

(iolden  crowns  before  His  throne: 
Alleluias  everlasting 

Be  to  Him,  and  Him  alone.     Amen. 


9 


6s. 


rnO  Father,  and  to  Son, 
1.      And  Holy  (ihost,  to  Thee, 
Eternal  Three  in  One, 
Eternal  glory  be.     Amen. 


rno  (io 
±      An( 


10  G.O.G.6.6.6. 

d,  the  Father,  Son, 
d  Sjurit,  Three  in  One, 
All  praise  an<l  glory  be; 
As  was  in  ages  |»ast. 
Ami  shall  forever  last, 
Most  Holy  Trinity. 

208 


7.6. 


15 


'.G. 


TO  Father.  Sou,  and  Spirit, 
The  (iod  Whom  we  adore, 
Be  loftiest  i)raises  given, 

Now  and  for  evermore.     Amen. 

16  I).7.G. 

0  FATHER  ever  glorious, 
O  everlasting  Son, 
O  Spirit  all  victorious. 

Thrice  holy  Three  in  One, 
(Ji-eat  (iod  of  our  salvation, 

^Vh»•m  earth  and  heaven  adore, 
Piaise,  glory,  adoration, 

Be  Thine  for  evermore.     Amen. 


DOXOLOGIES. 


6.5. 


17 


6.5.  23 


GLORY  to  the  Fatlier, 
Glory  to  the  fSon, 
And  to  Thee,  blest  ►Spirit, 
Whilst  all  aeres  rim.     Amen. 


18  D.  6.5.  or  lis. 

0  FATHER  Almighty,  to  Thee  be  ad- 
dressed, 
With  Christ  and  the  Spirit,   one   God 

ever  blest, 
All  glory  and  -worship,  from  earth  and 

from  heaven, 
As  was,  and  is  now,  and  shall  ever  be 
given.     Amen. 


24 


7.6.7.6.8.8. 


rno  Father,  Son,  and  Spirit, 
X      (iod  ever  Three  in  One, 
Let  glory  due  Thy  merit. 
By  angel  choirs  begun. 
As  in  the  countless  ages  past. 
Be  sun":  while  endless  aires  last. 


Amen. 


8.5. 


FATHER,  Son,  and  Holy  Spirit, 
God  forever  One, 
Praise  to  Thine  eternal  merit. 
While  the  ages  run.     Amen. 


19 


T 


9.8. 


O  God  the  Father,  Son  and  Spirit, 
The  everlasting  Three  in  One, 
Be  glory  due  Thy  boundless  merit, 
AVhile  never  endins;  ajres  run. 


20  8.7.8.7.4.7. 

GREAT  Jehovah !  we  adore  Thee, 
God  the  Father,  God  the  Son, 
God  the  Spirit,  joined  in  glory 
On  the  same  eternal  throne  : 

Endless  praises 
To  Jehovah,  Three  in  One.     Amen. 


21 


Father 


8.7.8. 
throned 


'.7.7. 


PRAISE     the 
heaven ; 
Praise  the  everlasting  Son; 
Praise  the  Spirit  freely  given; 

Praise  the  blessed  Three  in  One. 
As  of  old,  the  Trinity 
Still  is  worshipped,  still  shall  be. 

Amen. 


25 


8.8.8.4. 


TO  Father,  Son,  and  Holy  Ghost, 
Our  God  forever  Three  in  One, 
Be  praise  from  men  and  angel  host 
W^hile  ages  run.     Amen. 


26  8.8.8.6. 

HOLY  Father,  Holy  Son, 

And  Holy  Ghost,  God  Three  in 
One, 
While  everlasting  ages  run, 
All  glory  be  to  Thee.    Amen. 


0 


27 


.5. 


FATHER,  Son  and  Holy  Ghost, 
Three  in  One;  from  every  coast. 
Earth,  and  Heaven's  adoring  host, 
Thy  true  Godhead  jn-aise.     Amen. 


22 


8.7.8.7.8.8.7.    28 


TO  Father,  Son,  and  Spirit  blest. 
Supreme  o'er  earth  and  heaven. 
Eternal  Three  in  One  confest. 

Be  highest  glory  given. 
As  hath  been  from  the  ages  past. 
As  shall  be  while  the  ages  last, 

By  all  in  earth  and  heaven.     Amen. 
209 


6.6.6.6.8.8. 


TO  God  the  Fathers  throne 
Your  highest  honors  raise; 
Glory  to  God  the  Son; 

To  God  the  Spirit,  praise: 
With  all  our  powers,  eternal  King, 
Thy  Name  we  sing,  while  faith  adores. 

Amen, 


DOXOLOGIES. 


29 


0.0.4.6.0.6.4.    31 


rnO  Father  and  to  Son. 

_L      And  Spirit,  Three  in  One. 

All  i>raise  be  }::iven. 
As  hath  been  heretofore 
And  shall  be  evermore: 
Let  all  His  Name  adore 

In  earth  and  heaven.     Amen. 


Hymn  400. 

TO  God.  the  Father.  Son, 
And  ever  V)less('d  Spirit, 
Eternal  Three  in  One, 

Be  j;lory  due  Thy  merit; 
As  was  in  a<;es  past. 

Is  now,  and  still  shall  be, 
"While  endless  a«;es  last, 
Most  H(»lv  Trinitv.    Amen. 


P.  M. 


32 


30  4.4.7.7.0. 

TO  Father,  Son, 
And  Si)irit,  One 
True  God,  be  jj^lory  given: 
Now,  and  while  the  ages  run. 

Lord  of  earth  and  Heaven.     Amen. 

210 


COME,  let  us  adore  Him!  coine.  bow 
at  His  feet ! 
Oh,  give  Him  the  glory,  the  i)rais(.'  that 

is  meet! 
Let  joyful  hosannas  unceasing  arise. 
And  join  the  full  chorus  that  glad<lens 
the  skies!     Amen. 


INDEX   OF  FIEST  LIJJES. 


IIVMN  I 

A  charge  to  keep  I  have 489  j 

A  few  more  years  shall  roll 205 

A  tower  of  strength  our  God  doth  stand .  415 
A  voice   is   heard   on  earth   of   kinsfolk 

weeping 672 

Abide  with  me:  fast  falls  the  eventide ...  12 

Above  the  clear  blue  sky 560 

According  to  Thy  gracious  word 240 

Across  the  sky  the  shades  of  night 204 

All  glory,  laud,  and  honor 86 

All  hail  the  power  of  Jesus'  Name 445 

All  my  heart  this  night  rejoices 530 

All  praise  to  Him  AVho  built  the  hills ....  457 

All  praise  to  Thee,  eternal  Lord 324 

Ail  praise  to  Thee,  my  God,  this  night. . .  8 

All  praise  to  Thee,  O^Lord 66 

Alleluia!  Alleluia! 119 

Alleluia!  sing  to  Jesus! 369 

Alleluia,  song  of  gladness 69 

Almighty  Father,  bless  the  word 31 

Almighty  Father,  hear  our  cry 311 

Almighty  God,  AYhose  only  Son 487 

Ancient  of  days.  Who  sittest,  throned  in 

glory 315 

Angels  from  the  realms  of  glory 57 

Angel-voices,  ever  singing 308 

Another  year  is  dawning 208 

Approach,  my  soul,  the  mercy  seat 645 

Arise,  O  Lord,  and  shine 264 

Arm  of  the  Lord,  awake,  awake 269 

Art  thou  weary,  art  thou  languid 343 

As  every  day,  Thy  mercy  spares 630 

As   pants   the   wearied   hart  for  cooling 

springs 654 

As  when  the  weary  traveller  gains 670 

As  with  gladness  men  of  old 62 

Ashamed  of  Thee,  O  dearest  Lord 589 

Asleep  in  Jesus !  blessed  sleep ! 250 

At  even,  ere  the  sun  was  set 13 

At  the  cross  her  station  keeping 98 

At  the  Lamb's  high  feast  Me  sing 114 

At  the  Name  of  Jesus 508 

Awake,  and  sing  the  song 370 

Awake,  my  soul,  and  with  the  sun 2 

Awake,  my  soul,  stretch  every  nerve 491 

Awhile  in  spirit.  Lord,  to  Thee 76 

211 


HTMX 

Before  Jehovah's  awful  throne 4(35 

Behold  a  humble  train 150 

Behold  the  Lamb  of  God ! 91 

Behold,  the  Master  passeth  by ! 168 

Blessed  city,  heavenly  Salem 400 

Blessing,  honor,  thanks,  and  praise 247 

Blest  are  the  pure  in  heart 409 

Blest  be  the  tie  that  binds 665 

Blest  day  of  God !  most  calm,  most  bright  28 

Blow  ye  the  trumpet,  blow ! 334 

Bow  down  Thine  ear,  Almighty  Lord . .  . .  290 

Bread  of  heaven,  on  Thee  we  feed 231 

Bread  of  the  world,  in  mercy  broken 232 

Breast  the  wave.  Christian 640 

Brief  life  is  here  our  portion 405 

Brightly  gleams  our  banner 504 

By  Christ  redeemed,  in  Christ  restored. .  243 

Call  Jehovah  thy  salvation 414 

Call  them  in!  the  poor,  the  wretched 611 

Children  of  the  heavenly  King 446 

Christ,  above  all  glory  seated ! 372 

Christ,  by  heavenly  hosts  adored 189 

Christ,  for  the  world  we  sing 570 

Christ  is  gone  up;  yet  ere  He  passed 480 

Christ  is  made  the  sure  foundation 473 

Christ  is  our  corner-stone 298 

Christ  is  risen!  Christ  is  risen! 110 

Christ  our  King  to  heaven  ascendeth 125 

Christ,  the  life  of  all  the  living 302 

Christ  the  Lord  is  risen  again Ill 

Christ  the  Lord  is  risen  to-day 108 

Christ,  Whose  glory  fills  the  skies 316 

Christian!  dost  thou  see  them 77 

Come,  Christian  children,  come  and  raise  545 

Come,  gracious  Spirit,  heavenly  Dove 379 

Come,  Holy  Ghost,  Creator  blest 380 

Come,  Holy  Ghost,  our  souls  inspire 293 

Come,  Holy  Spirit,  come ! 377 

Come,  Jesus,  from  the  sapphire  throne. . .   301 

Come,  let  us  all  with  one  accord 25 

Come,  let  us  join  our  cheerful  songs 443 

Come,  let  us  sing  the  song  of  songs! 444 

Come,  my  soul,  thou  must  l)e  waking. ...       4 

Come,  my  soul,  thy  suit  prepare 644 

Come,  praise  your  Lord  and  Saviour 525 


INDEX    OF    FIRST    LIXES. 


HVMX 

Come,  pure  hearts,  in  sweetest  measures.  485 

Come,  Thou  almijxhty  Kin*: 388 

Come,  Thou  ll*»ly  ^Spirit,  come  1 3TS 

Ci»me,  Thou  Iou«;-expected  Jesus 4S 

Ciune  to  our  )»(»or  nature's  ni«::ht 130 

Come  unto  Me,  ye  weary 4:3') 

(^'«>me,   ye  disctnisohite i't'2\} 

'  <»me.  ye  faithful,  raise  the  strain 107 

<  «»me,  ye  thankful  i>eople,  come ll»o 

Cimiiuerinjx  kiu»;s  their  titles  take 320 

Creator  Spirit,  i»y  Whose  aiil 381 

Crown  Him  with  many  crowns 375 

Day  of  wi-ath !  oh  clay  of  mourninfj 34 

Days  and  moments  quickly  tiying 013 

Dear  Jesus,  ever  at  my  side 555 

Draw,  Holy  Glu.st,  Thy  sevenfold  veil 222 

Draw  nitrh  and  take  the  body  of  the  Lord  227 

Dread  Jehovah,  God  of  nations 203 

Earth  has  many  a  noble  city 60 

Eternal  Father!  stroni;  to  save 310 

Eternal  God!  we  hjok  to  Thee 433 

Every  morning  mercies  new 5 

Fair  waved  the  polden  corn 550 

Far  from  my  heavenly  home 330 

Father,  hear  Thy  children's  call 520 

Father,  lead  us  day  by  day 553 

Father  of  all,  from  land  and  sea 482 

Father  of  all.  Whose  h)ve  profound 134 

Father  of  heaven.  Who  hast  created  all. .  213 

Father  of  mercies,  bow  Thine  ear 21U 

Father  of  mercies,  Ciod  of  love 103 

Father  (»f  mercies!  in  Thy  word 287 

P^ither  whate'er  of  earthly  bliss 003 

Fierce  was  the  storm  of  wind 67 

FiiXht  the  pood  tv^ht,  with  all  thy  might. .  403 

FTing  out  the  banner!  let  it  tloat 250 

For  all  the  saints,  who  from  their  labors 

rest 175 

For  all  Thy  love  and  goodness,  so  bounti- 
ful and  free 200 

For  all  Thy  saints,  a  noble  "throng lt')3 

For  all  Thy  saints,  O  Lord ISO 

For  the  beauty  of  the  earth 45S 

For  thee,  O  flear,  dear  country 40<) 

For  Thee,  D  God,  our  constant  praise. . . .  471 

For  Thy  mercy  and  Thy  grace 20() 

Forever  with  the  Lord  ! 0<5.s 

Forty  flays  an<l  forty  nights 75 

Forwar<l  I  ]»e  <»ur  watchword 513 

Fountain  <*(  g«»ofl,  to  own  Thy  love 27;> 

From  all  that  dwell  ludow  the  skies 4<',j 

P'i*»in  all  Thy  saints  in  warfare,  for  all  Thy 

saints  at  rest 173 

212 


I  UVMN 

From  glory  unto  glory ! 207 

From  (rreenland's  icy  mountains 260 

From  the  eastern  mountains 59 

Glorious  things  of  thee  are  spoken 478 

(ilory  be  to  God  the  Father! 008 

Glory  be  to  Jesus 36:> 

Glory  to  the  blessed  Jesus! 529 

Glory  to  the  Father  give 538 

(ilory  to  Thee,  O  Lord 144 

(ro  forward.  Christian  soldier 4".»7 

Go.  labor  on!  si)en<l  and  be  spent! 574 

God  almighty,  in  Thy  temple 539 

God  in  heaven,  hear  our  singing! 568 

,  (iod  moves  in  a  mysterious  way 425 

God,  my  Father,  hear  me  pray 384 

God,  my  King,  Thy  might  confessing 459 

God  of  love,  our  Father,  Saviour 302 

God  of  mercy,  God  of  grace 335 

God  of  mercy,  throned  on  high 542 

God  of  our  fathers,  bless  this  our  land .  . .  197 
God  of  our  fathers,  Whose  almighty  hand  196 
God  of  the  prophets!    Bless  the  prophets' 

sons 284 

God  that  madest  earth  and  heaven 20 

,  God  the  all-meriiful!  earth  hath  forsaken  200 

God  the  Father,  (;«.d  the  Son 516 

God  the  Father,  God  the  Son 519 

Golden  harps  are  sounding 536 

Gracious  Saviour,  gentle  Shepherd 546 

Gracious  Spirit,  Holy  Ghost 72 

Grant  us,  O  our  heavenly  Father 564 

Great  Creator,  Lord  of  all 537 

Great  God,  to  Thee  my  evening  song 637 

Great  God,  what  do  1  see  and  liear! 35 

Great  King  <»f  nations,  hear  «)ur  i)rayer. . .    1S7 

Great  Shepherd  of  the  sheep 5<51 

(ruide  me,  O  Thou  great  Jehovah 413 

Guide  Thou,  C)  God,  the  guardian  hands.   iMi 

Hail !  sacred  day  of  earthly  rest 24 

Hail  the  day  that  sees  Him  rise 123 

Hail,  Thou  once  desjMsed  Jesus! 3«><) 

Hail  to  the  Lord's  Anointed 327 

Hail  to  the  Lord  Who  comes 151 

Hark!  a  thrilling  V(»i<'e  is  sounding 40 

Hark!   hark  my  soul!   angelic  songs  are 

swelling 308 

Hark,  my  soul !  it  is  the  Lord 51K) 

Hark!  ten  thousand  voices  sounding 121 

Hark!  the  glad  sound!  the  Saviour  comes  47 

Hark!  the  herald  angels  sing 50 

Hark!  the  loud  celestial  hymn 135 

Hark!  the  sound  (»f  holy  vciices 178 

Hark  !  the  voice  eternai 3:^ 

Hark  !  what  mean  those  holv  voices 58 


IXDEX    OF    FIRST    LINES. 


Il.irk!  ye  faithful,  rouse  from  sleeping!.. 

Have  mercy,  Lord,  ou  me 

He  is  risen,  He  is  risen 

He  leadeth  me!  O  blessed  thought! 

Heal  me,  O  my  Saviour  heal 

Hear  our  prayer,  O  heavenly  Father 

ikar  us,  Thou  tliat  broodest 

Heavenly  Father,  send  Thy  blessing 

Heavenly  Shepherd,  Thee  we  pray 

Heirs  of  unending  life 

Here,  O  my  Lord,  I  see  Thee  face  to  face. 

Holy  Father,  cheer  our  way 

Holy  Father,  great  Creator 

Holy,  Holv,  Holv,  Lord 

Holy,  Holy,  Holy!  Lord  God  Almighty!.. 

Holy  offerings,  rich  and  rare 

Holy  Spirit,  heavenly  Dove 

Holy  Spirit,  Lord  of  glory 

Holy  Spirit,  Lord  of  love 

Hosanna!  raise  the  pealing  hymn 

Hosanna  to  the  living  Lord ! 

Hosanna  we  sing,  like  the  children  dear. . 

How  blessed  from  the  bonds  of  sin 

How  beauteous  are  their  feet 

How  sweet  the  Name  of  Jesus  sounds 

How  wondrous  and  great 

Hushed  was  the  evening  hymn 

I  ain  not  worthy,  holy  Lord  . 

I  could  not  do  without  Thee 

I  do  not  ask,  O  Lord,  that  life  may  be. . . 

I  heard  a  sound  of  voices 

I  heard  the  voice  of  Jesus  say 

I  hunger  and  I  thirst 

I  lay  my  sins  on  Jesus 

I  love  Thy  kingdom,  Lord 

I"m  but  a  stranger  here 

I  need  Thee  every  hour 

I  need  Thee,  precious  Jesus 

I  tliink  when  I  read  that  sweet  story  of  old 

In  exile  here  we  wander 

In  His  own  raiment  clad 

In  His  temple  now  behold  Him 

In  loud  exalted  strains 

In  the  cross  of  Christ  1  glory 

In  the  hour  of  trial 

In  the  Name  which  earth  and  heaven. . . . 

In  the  vineyard  of  our  Father. 

In  token  that  thou  shalt  not  fear 

Inspirer  and  hearer  of  prayer 

It  came  upon  the  midnight  clear 


IV.MN 

39 
3o2 
113 
607 
356 
639 
128 
547 
294 
490 
220 
9 
386 
385 
383 
469 
514 
223 
221 
549 
320 
550 
575 
486 
431 
461 
558 


241 
594 
&2G 
403 
666 
344 
596 
475 
615 
593 
592 
552 

70 
101 
148 
472 
359 
341 
296 
567 
217 
636 

56  j 


Jerusalem,  the  golden ! 407 

Jesus,  and  shall  it  ever  be 588 

Jesus  calls  us;  o'er  the  tumult 137 

Jesus  came;  the  heavens  adoring 322 

213 


HYMN 

Jesus,  cast  a  look  on  mc 6'>2 

Jesus  Christ  is  i)assing  l)y 5S.i 

Jesus  Christ  is  risen  to-day li)9 

Jesus,  from  Thy  throne  on  higii 517 

Jesus,  gentlest  Saviour 5i)  > 

Jesus,  high  in  glory 5-41 

Jesus,  I  live  to  Thee (»5'.> 

Jesus,  I  my  cross  have  taken 35S 

Jesus,  in  Thy  dying  woes 521 

Jesus,  King  of  glory 523 

Jesus,  life  of  those  who  die 522 

Jesus  lives !  Thy  terrors  now 118 

Jesus,  Lord  of  life  and  glory 351 

Jesus  Lord,  Thy  i)raise  we  sing 139 

Jesus,  lover  of  my  soul 337 

Jesus,  meek  and  gentle 557 

Jesus,  merciful  and  mild (502 

Jesus,  my  Lord,  my  God,  my  all 591 

Jesus,  my  Saviour!  look  on  me 342 

Jesus,  my  strength,  my  hope 643 

Jesus !  Name  of  wondrous  love ! 146 

Jesus,  our  risen  King 368 

Jesus  shall  reign  where'er  the  sun 266 

Jesus,  still  lead  on 418 

Jesus,  tender  Shepherd,  hear  me 526 

Jesus,  the  very  thought  of  Thee 432 

Jesus,  Thou  joy  of  loving  hearts ! 428 

Jesus,  Thy  boundless  love  to  me 618 

Jesus,  to  Thy  table  led 229 

Jesus!  where'er  Thy  people  meet •. . .  330 

Jesus,  with  Thy  Church  abide 515 

Joy  fills  our  inmost  heart  to-day 531 

Joy  to  the  world  !  the  Lord  is  come 328 

Just  as  I  am,  without  one  plea 597 

King  of  glory!  Saviour  dear! 540 

King  of  saints,  to  Whom  the  number 167 

Laboring  and  heavy  laden 434 

Lamb  of  God,  for  sinners  slain 535 

Lamb  of  God,  I  look  to  Thee 556 

Lamp  of  our  feet,  whereby  we  trace 285 

Lead,  kindly  Light,  amid  the  encircling 

gloom 421 

Lead  us,  heavenly  Father,  lead  us 419 

Lead  us,  O  Father!  in  the  paths  of  peace.  420 

Let  me  be  with  Thee  where  Thou  art. . .  .  500 

Let  me  with  light  and  truth  be  blest 655 

Let  no  hopeless  tears  be  shed 251 

Let  saints  on  earth  in  concert  sing -l^l 

Lift  the  strain  of  high  thanksgiving :]0'.\ 

Lift  up,  lift  up  your  voices  now ! 115 

Lift  up  your  heads,  ye  mighty  gates 44  n 

Light  of  those  Mhose  dreary  dwelling.  .  .  .  1*9 

Light's  abode,  celestial  Salem 3  ^9 

Lo!  He  comes  with  clouds  descending. . .  37 


INDEX    OF    rilLST    LlNEiS. 


UVMN  I  HYMN 

Lol  the  voice  t»f  Jesus ODl)    My  Jesus,  as  Thou  wilt  I C.JT 

l.o!  what  a  eUuul  of  wituesses ol>o    >fv  people,  lome  make  U>  thy  God  auswer 

Look  from  Thy  spht-ie  of  emlless  day  ....   2'>1  true ! 102 

Loitkiui;  ui»\vaid  cvi'iy  day 408    My  soul,  be  ou  thy  j^uard  1 41):.' 

hdid,  a  Saviour's  love  displayinjj: i;(>3    My  spirit,  on  Thy  care O.')? 

Lord,  as  to  Thy  di-ar  cross  wo  lice 047    My  times  are  in  Thy  hand 019 

Lord,  tlismiss  us  with  Thy  blcssiujj; 'o2 

J.ord,  forever  at  Thy  side, 041    Xearer,  my  God,  to  Thee 34.") 

New  every  moruinjjj  is  the  love 1 

No  change  of  time  shall  ever  shock 048 

Ntkt  by  Thy  nH<i:hty  hand OS 


L(»r«l  God,  we  woiship  Thee -02 

Lord,  her  watch  Thy  Church  is  keeping'. .  20.> 

Lt»rd,  1  hear  of  showers  of  blessing 580 

Lord,  in  this  Thy  mercy's  day 84 

Lord,  in  Thy  Name  Thy  servants  i)lcad..  11>0 

Lord,  it  belonus  not  to  my  care 0>8 

Lord,  it  is  good  for  us  to  be 104 

Loi  <1  Jesus,  by  Thy  Passion 028 

Lord  Jesus,  on  the  holy  mount 10.") 

Lord  Jesus,  think  on  me OOo 

Lord  Jesus!  when  we  stand  afar tX) 

Loi-d,  lead  the  way  the  Saviour  went 274 

Lord  of  all  being;  thi-oned  afar 317 

L(»rd  vf  all  i)ower  and  might 332 

Lord  of  life,  of  love,  of  light 30.") 

Lord  of  nu'rcy  and  of  might r)l8 

Lord  of  our  life,  and  G<h\  of  our  salvation  484 


Lord  of  the  Church, 
L<u-d  <»f  the  harvest, 
Lord  of  the  harvest 
Lor<l  of  the  harvest, 


we  humblv  prav  .  .  . . 

hear ' ' 

it  is  right  and  meet 
Thee  we  liaill 


Lord  of  the  hearts  of  men 

Lol  (I  of  the  living  harvest 

Lord,  i)our  Thy  Spirit  from  on  high 

Lord,  si»eak  to  me,  that  1  may  speak 

Loid,  Thy  children  guide  and  keep 

Lord,  Thy  word  alddeth 

Lord,  to  Thee  glad  songs  of  i)raise 

Lor<l,  when  we  bend  before  Thy  throne. 

Lord,  AVho  at  Tana's  wedding  feast 

L<»i(i,  Who  throughout  these  f<»i-ty  days. 
Lord,  with  glowing  heait  I'd  praise  Thee  430 

J>ove  divine,  all  love  excelling 430 

Love  of  Jesus,  all  divine 508 

Loving  Shepherd  of  Thy  sheep 543 


181 
185 
207 
101 

71 
280 
183 
577 
502 
280 
143 
354 
244 

74 


Not  to  the  ternus  of  the  Lord 302 

Now  Ji  new  year  opens 533 

Now,  my  soid,  thy  voice  upraising 04 

Now  thank  we  all  our  (io<l 4'.>0 

Now  that  the  wants  are  t(»ld,  that  brought  lO 

Now,  the  blessed  Dayspriug 154 

Now  the  day  is  over 527 

Now  the  laborer's  task  is  o'er 14S 

O,  bless  the  Lord,  my  soul  1 400 

O  Bread  of  Life  from  heaven i30 

C)  brightness  of  the  immortal  Father's  face  7 

()  brothers,  lift  y<tur  voices 500 

()  come,  all  ye  faithful 40 

(),  come  and  mourn  with  me  awhile KX) 

(),  come,  O  come,  KuHuanuel 44 

O  day  of  rest  and  gladness 23 

()  Father,  bless  the  children 215 

O  for  a  closer  walk  with  God 053 

()  for  a  faith  that  will  not  shrink 010 

()  for  a  thousand  tongues  to  sing 437 

()  (iod,  in  Whose  all-searching  eve 210 

()  (iod  of  IJethel,  bv  Whose  hand 410 

()  (i(Ml  of  (iod!  O  j"i<4htof  Light: 440 


More  love  to  Thee,  O  Christ 

Moin's  roseate  hues  have  decked  the  skv 


047 

JlO 


()  (iod  of  life, 

()  (iod  of  love 

()  ( 

()  ( 

()  ( 

()  ( 

()  ( 


Whose  power  benign 
O  King  t»f  peace 


iod  of  mercy,  (iod  of  might, 
rod  of  mercv!  hearki'n  now. 
iod, 


133 

201 


help  in  ages  i)ast 41" 


our  rock 


)(l  our  strength,  our  In 

)d,  unseen  yet  ever  near 

()  hapi»y  band  of  jjilgiims 

<)  hai»py  day,  that  stays  my  ch<»ice. . 
()  heavenly  Fathci-,  mindful  of  the  h 
()  heavcnlv  Jerusalem 


!10 

228 
400 


->•)' 


401 


My  faith  looks  u\>  to  'i'hee 340  '  (),  helj)  us.  Lord ;  each  hour  of  lu-cd. 


My  Father,  for  another  night iVM 

My  (iod,  accei)t  my  heart  this  <lay 427 

My  (iod,  and  is  Thy  table  spread 23S 

My  (iod,  1  love  Thet^:  n()t  because ()4(} 

My  (;od,  I  thank  'I'hee  Who  hast  made. .  .  017 

My  (iod,  my  Father,  while   I  stray 00(1 

My  (iod,  jtermit  me  n(»t  to  be :')53 

My  hope  is  biult  (»n  ntithing  h'ss 014 

Tor  l:icMlity  of  reference,  liyiiuiH  beginning  with  the  wonl  Ob,  are  printed  in  Ibis 
214 


()  llolv  (;h(»st,  Thou  (Jod  of  ] 

()  Holy,  Jloly,  II(»ly  Lord 

()  Holy  Jesus,  Fiince  of  jusicel 
()  Holy  Saviour,  friend  unseen 

(>  .Jesus,  crucified  fttr  man 

()  Jesus,  I  have  ]u<)unsed 

<)  Jesus!  Lord  most  merciful.  . 

()  Jesus,  Lor<l  of  heaveidy  grace 

»iox  Ji9  if  tbev  beiian  Mitb  (> 


481 
132 
2:)0 
01)1 
(> 
()00 
3:)1 


INDEX    OF    FIRST    LINES. 


HYMN 

O  Jesus,  Saviour  of  tlie  lost 81 

O  Jesus,  Thou  art  standing' 3o7 

O  Jesus,  we  adore  Thee 305 

O  King  of  saints,  we  give  Thee  praise  and 

glory 170 

O  Lamb  of  God,  still  keep  me 3(54 

O  Light,  AVliose  beams  illumine  all 422 

O  little  town  of  Bethlehem  1 55 

O  Lord,  be  with  us  when  we  sail 309 

O  Lord  of  heaven,  and  earth,  and  sea.  .  . .  408 

O  Lord  of  Hosts!  Almighty  King! 199 

O  Lord  of  hosts,  Whose  glory  fills 295 

O  Lord,  our  strength  in  weakness 282 

O  Lord,  the  Holy  Innocents 505 

O  Lord,  to  Thee  glad  songs  of  praise  ....  142 

O  Love  divine,  that  stooped  to  share 020 

O  love  that  casts  out  fear 429 

O  mighty  God,  Creator,  King 314 

O  mother  dear,  Jerusalem ! 402 

O  One  with  God  the  Father 04 

O  Paradise,  O  Paradise 394 

O  perfect  Love,  all  human  thought  tran- 
scending    245 

O  praise  ye  the  Lord 404 

O  quickly  come,  dread  Judge  of  all 41 

O  Rock  of  ages,  one  Foundation 102 

O  sacred  head,  surrounded 97 

O  saving  Victim,  opening  wide 234 

O  Saviour,  precious  Saviour 440 

O  Saviour,  Who  for  man  hast  trod 120 

O  Sion,  haste,  thy  mission  high  fulfilling.  255 

O  Son  of  God,  our  Captain  of  salvation. . .  158 

O  Son  of  Man,  Thyself  once  crossed 140 

O  Spirit  of  the  living  God 292 

O,  that  the  Lord's  salvation 270 

O,  the  bitter  shame  and  sorrow 003 

O  Thou,  before  the  world  began 230 

O  Thou,  before  Whose  presence 570 

O  Thou,  from  Whom  all  goodness  flows . .  050 

O  Thou,  in  Whom  alone  is  found 297 

O  Thou,  in  Whom  Thy  saints  repose 300 

O  Thou  tliat  hear'st  when  sinners  cry.  ...  82 

O  Tliou,  the  contrite  sinners'  friend 80 

O  Thou  through  sutfering  perfect  made. .  27() 

O  Thou  to  Whose  all-searching  sight 340 

O  Thou,  Who  didst,  with  love  untold 138 

O  Thou,  Who  hast  at  Thy  command 420 

O  Thou,  AVho  gav'st  Thy  servant  grace. .  142 

O  Thou,  Who  madest  land  and  sea 280 

O  Thou,  Who  through  this  holy  week.  ...  88 

O  very  God  of  very  God 330 

O,  what,  if  we  are  Christ's 390 

O,  what  the  joy  and  the  glory  must  be .  .  .  397 

O,  where  shall  rest  be  found  .' 502 

O  who  like  Thee,  so  calm,  so  bright 318 

O,  with  due  reverence  let  us  all 470 

215 


HYMN 

O  wondrous  tyi)e,  O  visitm  fair 100 

O  Word  of  (rod  incarnate 288 

O'er  the  distant  mountains  l)reaking 40 

Of  the  Father's  love  begotten 51 

Oft  in  danger,  oft  in  woe 494 

On  Jordan's  bank,  the  Baptist's  cry 43 

On  the  resurrection  morning 249 

On  our  way  rejoicing 512 

Once  in  royal  l)avid\s  city 532 

Once  more,  O  Lord,  Thy  sign  shall  be. ...  36 

One  sweetly  solemn  thought 009 

Only  one  prayer  to-day 585 

Onward,  Christian  soldiers 505 

Onward,  Christian!  though  the  region.  . .  012 

Our  blest  Redeemer,  ere  He  breathed ....  370 

Our  day  of  praise  is  done 21 

Our  fathers'  God !  to  Thee 198 

Our  Lord  is  risen  from  the  dead 127 

Out  of  the  deep  I  call 350 

Peace,  perfect  peace,  in  this  dark  world 

of  sin 607 

Pleasant  are  Thy  courts  above 477 

Praise,  my  soul,  the  King  of  heaven 452 

Praise,  praise  ye  the  Name  of  Jehovah  our 

God ! 609 

Praise  to  God,  immortal  praise 194 

Praise  to  the  heavenly  Wisdom 152 

Praise  to  the  Holiest  in  the  height 447 

Praise  we  the  Lord  this  day 155 

Prince  of  peace,  control  my  will 004 

Raised  between  the  earth  and  heaven 307 

Rejoice,  rejoice,  believers! 42 

Rejoice,  the  Lord  is  King! 451 

Rejoice,  ye  pure  in  heart! 510 

Rejoice  ye  sons  of  men ! 149 

Resting  from  His  work  to-day 103 

Return,  O  wanderer,  to  thy  home 580 

Revive  Thy  work,  O  Lord 610 

Ride  on !  ride  on  in  majesty ! 87 

Rise,  crowned  with  light 470 

Rise,  my  soul,  and  stretch  thy  wings 501 

Rock  of  ages,  cleft  for  me 338 

Round  the  Lord  in  glory  seated 387 

Safe  upon  the  billowy  deep 313 

Safely,  safely  gathered  in 252 

Saints  of  God!  the  dawn  is  brightening.  .  250 
Saviour,  again  to  Thy  dear  Name  we  raise     30 

Saviour,  blessed  Saviour 509 

Saviour,  breathe  an  evening  blessing 17 

Saviour,  for  the  little  one 253 

Saviour,  like  a  shepherd  lead  us 503 

Saviour,  source  of  every  blessing 438 

Saviour,  sprinkle  many  nations 202 


INDEX    OF    FlliST    LINUS. 


HYMN 

Saviour!  teach  me  day  ])y  day 554 

Saviour,  when  in  dust  to  Thee S5 

Saviour,  wlieu  ui^ht  involves  the  skies. . .    0:^4 

Saviour,  Wlio  didst  e(»ine  to  j^ive -o3 

Saviour,  Who  Thy  tlotk  art  feeding 214 

Saviour,  Whom  1  lain  %v<uihl  h)ve 355 

Saw  you  never,  in  the  twilij^ht 5o4 

See  the  Conqueror  mounts  in  triumpli .  .  .    122 

See  the  destined  (hiy  arise  1 1>2 

Shei>her<l  of  souls,  refresh  and  bless 242 

Shejiherd  of  tender  youth 442 

Shepherd,  with  Thy  tenderest  love 410 

Shine  Thou  upon  us.  Lord 578 

Shout  the  <:lail  tidin;^s.  exultiugly  sing. . .      52 

Sinful,  sighing  to  he  blest .' 348 

Sing  Alleluia  forth  in  duteous  praise 45(5 

Sing,  my  soul.  His  won<lrous  love 4'M') 

Sing  my  tongue  the  Savicuir's  battle J>3 

Sing,  oh  sing,  this  blessed  morn.  ........     54 

Sing,  with  all  the  sons  of  glory 120 

Sing  ye  faithful!  sing,  with  gladness! 507 

So  rest,  our  liest 104 

Softly  now  the  light  of  day 10 

Soldiers  of  Christ,  arise 4i>() 

Soldiers  of  the  cross,  arise! 571 

Songs  of  juaisc  the  angels  sang 4(57 

Songs  of  thankfulness  and  i)raise (»3 

Souls  in  heathen  darkness  lying 2()1 

Sound  aloud  Jehovah's  i)raises 130 

Sovereign  ruler  of  the  skies 0()2 

Speed  Thy  servants.  Saviour,  speed  them  2()8 

Sjtirit  divine,  attend  our  i)rayers 382 

Sl)irit  ()f  mercy,  truth,  and  love 131 

Spirit  of  truth,  we  call 304 

Stand,  soldier  of  the  cross 218 

Stand  uj),  stand  up,  for  Jesus 572 

Stars  of  the  morning,  so  gloriously  bright  l(5i) 

Summer  suns  are  gl(>wing 210 

Sun  of  my  soul,  Tluni  Saviour  dear 11 

Sweet  Saviour,  bless  us  ere  we  go 15 

Sweet  the  moments,  rich  in  blessing 01) 

Tarry  with  me,  O  my  Saviour! 03'5 

Ten  thcjusand  times  ten  thousand ^'.l'> 

Tender  Shepherd,  Thou  hast  stilled 254 

'ihe  ancient  law  (lejiarts 14") 

'i'lie  angel  sped  on  wings  of  light 153 

The  call  to  arms  is  sounding 50(> 

The  Church  has  waited  long 45 

'J'lie  Clnirch's  one  foundation 470 

'i'he  cross  is  (»n  our  brow 220 

Tlie  day  is  gc-ntly  sinking  to  a  close 22 

'i'lie  day  is  jmst  and  over 10 

The  day  of  H'suire<tion ! 112 

'III"  ot<'rnal  gales  lift  up  their  heads 124 

'J'he  (iod  of  Aln;diam  jiraise 454 


HVMX 

The  God  of  love  my  shepherd  is 412 

The  grave  itself  a  garden  is 105 

The  Hea<l  that  once  was  crowned  with 

tlR>rns 373 

The  heavenly  King  must  come ItU) 

The  King  of  love  my  Shei»herd  is 411 

The  life,  which  (iods  Incarnate  Word...  141 

The  Lord  is  King!  lie  wrought  Ilis  will.  453 

The  morning  bright  with  rosy  light 033 

The  morning  light  is  l)reaking 258 

The  radiant  morn  hath  jiassed  away 10 

The  roseate  hues  of  early  »lawn 4i  - 

The  royal  banners  forward  go 

The  saints  of  (;od!  their  conflict  past l~,-t 

The  shadows  of  the  evening  hours 14 

The  Son  of  Considation! l.">*-i 

The  Son  of  God  goes  forth  to  war 4' 

The  Spirit,  in  our  hearts 5^ 

The  strain  u])raise  of  joy  and  i)raise 4.").- 

The  strife  is  o'er,  the  battle  done! 117 

The  siui  is  sinking  fast 18 

The  world  is  very  evil 404 

The  year  is  swiftly  waning 211 

There  is  a  blessi'd  home 073 

There  is  a  fountain  lilled  with  blood 584 

There  is  a  green  hill  far  away 300 

There  is  a  land  of  i)ure  delight 071 

There  is  one  way,  and  (udy  one 157 

There's  a  friend  for  little  children 544 

Thine  arm,  ()  Lord,  in  days  of  old 2  , ' 

Thine  forever:  (iod  of  love 2. 

This  is  the  day  of  light I't. 

Those  eternal'  bowers 3:)5 

Thou  ait  coming,  ()  my  Saviour! 321 

Tliou  art  gone  up  on  high 374 

Thou  art  the  Christ,  O  Lord Idl 

Thou  art  the  Way,  to  Tiiee  alone 4_ 

Thou  didst  leave   Thy  thntne  and   Thy 

kingly  crown 3_ 

Thou,  (Jod,  all  gh»ry,  honor,  jxtwer 4" 

Thou  hidden  love  <»f  God,  whose  height  .  051 
Thou  knowest,  Lord,  the  weariness  and 

fiorrow 023 

Thou  to  AVhom  the  sick  and  dying 27^ 

Thou,  Who  at  Thy  lirst  Eucharist  didst 

l>»:iy • -■ 

Thou,  AVho  on  that  wondrous  jouiney 

'i'hou  Who  sentest  Thine  ajxtstles 172 

Thou  AVholhe  night  in  i)rayer  didst  si>cnd  184 

Th«»u  Who  with  dying  lips 2Sl 

'J'hou  Whose  almighty  wonl 331 

Though  faint,  yet  luiisuiiiu 021 

'i'hi-ce  in  One,  and  One  in  Three 3SI> 

Through  Him,  Who  all  our  sickness  felt.  570 
Through  the  day  Tliy  love  has  si>ared  us.  (»;»s 
Throuiih  till'  niuhi  itf  doid>t  and  s(»rrow..   511 


INDEX    OF    FIRST    LIXES. 


HYMN 

Thy  kingdom  come,  O  God  1 333 

Thy  life  was  giveu  for  me  1 595 

Thy  temple  is  not  made  ^vith  hands 2i)9 

Thy  Avay,  not  mine,  O  Lord (525 

To  bless  Thy  chosen  race 488 

To  Him  Who  for  our  sins  was  slain 3(37 

To  Sion  s  hill  I  lift  my  eyes 040 

To  the  Xame  of  our  salvation 325 

To  Thee,  O  Comforter  divine 129 

To  Thee,  O  Father,  throned  on  high 24(3 

To  Thee,  O  Lord,  our  hearts  we  raise 192 

To  Thee  our  God  we  fly 188 

To-day  Thy  mercy  calls  us 581 

Triumphant  Lord,  Thy  work  is  done 371 

Tuined  by  Thy  grace  I  look  within 642 

Wake,  awake!  for  night  is  flying 38 

Wake,  harp  of  Sion,  Avake  again 271 

We  come.  Lord,  to  Tliy  feet 528 

We  give  Thee  but  Thine  own 272 

We  love  the  place,  O  God 474 

We  march,  we  march  to  victory! 503 

We  praise  Thy  grace,  O  Saviour 156 

We  sing  the  glorious  conquest 147 

We  sing  the  praise  of  Him  Who  died 95 

We  walk  by  faith,  and  not  by  sight 424 

We  would   see    Jesus;    for  the   shadows 

lengthen 622 

Weary  of  earth,  and  laden  with  my  sin. . .  78 

Weary  of  wandering  from  my  God 79 

Welcome  happy  morning 106 

Whate'er  my  (^od  ordains  is  right 661 

217 


HVMX 

What  thanks  and  ])raise  to  Thoe  we  owe.  171 

What  time  the  evening  shadows  fall 483 

When  all  Tliy  mercies,  O  my  God 650 

When  at  Tliy  footstool.  Lord,  1  bend 582 

When,    doomed    to    death,    the    apostle 

lay 283 

When  from  the  East  the  wise  men  came.  .  61 

When  in  the  Lord  Jehovah's  Xame 548 

When  I  survey  the  wondrous  cross 96 

When  Jesus  left  His  Father's  throne 551 

When  morning  gilds  the  skies 441 

When  our  heads  are  bowed  with  woe 349 

When  the  bright  morn  I  see 632 

AVlien  the  weary,  seeking  rest 600 

Where  the  angel-hosts  adore  Thee 170 

Where'er  have  trod  Thy  sacred  feet 319 

AVhile  o'er  the  deep  Thy  servants  sail ....  312 
While  shepherds  watched  their  flocks  by 

night 53 

While  Thee  I  seek,  protecting  power 664 

Who  are  these  in  bright  array 179 

Who  are  these  like  stars  appearing 177 

Winter  reigneth  o'er  the  land 212 

With  broken  heart  and  contrite  sigh 83 

With  gladsome  hearts  we  come 524 

AVith  joy  we  hail  the  sacred  day 27 

With  one  consent  let  all  the  earth 4()3 

With  tearful  eyes  I  look  around 624 

Within  the  Father's  house 65 

Work,  for  the  night  is  coming 573 

Ye  servants  of  the  Lord 186 


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IISTDEX   OF   SUBJECTS. 


Adoration  — 29,  3G3,  368,  369,  371,  372,  373,  375, 

385,  387,  440,  441,  443,  444,  445,  449,  450, 

451,  452,  454,  455,  456,  457. 
Aspiration  —  62,   130,  340,  344,  345,  408,  410, 

428,  429,  430,  591,  598,  602,  603,  604,  605, 

606,  651,  653,  ()59,  ms. 
Associations   or   Guilds — 158,  159,   160,    162, 

165,   167,  272  at  vs.  3,  278,  498,  499,  570, 

571,  574,  575,  579. 
Autumn  —  211. 

Christ's  Call  — 137,  168,  435,  506,  581,  587,  624, 

am. 

Church,  Intercession  for  the  — 172,  264,   265, 

330,  331,  332,  333,  483,  484,  487,  615. 
Church  Militant— 475,  478,  479,  480,  483,  484, 

495,  505,  506,  511,  570. 
Church  at  Kest— 10,  174,  178,  179,  394,  396,  397, 

673. 
Church  Triumphant  — 70,    120,  399,  400,  401, 

402,  403,  40(5,  407. 
Clergy,   The  — 162,  181,  182,  183,  184,  289,  290, 

292,  485,  571. 
Confession  of  Christ  — 160,  162  at  vs.  2,  343, 

358,  359,  362,  365,  432,  572,  589,  591. 
Consecration— 18,  96,  345,  346,  395,  427,  448, 

495,  497,  498,  604,  659. 
Country,   Our— 187,    188,    189,  196,   197,  198, 

199,  200,  202. 

Doubt  — 138,  142,  418,  420,  422,  424,  425,  483. 

Faith  — 10  at  vs.  2,  22,  45,  90,  330,  346,  355, 

433,  442,  597,  601,  602,  615,  616,  619,  657, 

661,  664,  668. 
Fellowship  with  God  — 12,  64,  307,  316,  319, 

345,  355,  409,  428,  434. 
Following  Christ  — 64,  446,  495,  497,  498,  499, 

606. 

Guidance  — 330,  336,  342,  344,  379,  380,  410, 
413,  416,  418,  419,  420,  421,  422,  602,  605, 
606,  607. 

Hope  — 42,  322,  397,  403,  406,  501,  511,  513,  668, 

669,  673. 
Hospitals  — 13,  276,  277,  278,  304. 
House  of  God  — 470,  472,  473,  474,  477. 
Humility  —  409,  594,  602,  625,  641,  652. 
219 


Joy  — 42,  47,  328,  451,  458,  512,  569. 
Judgment,  Day  of  —  34,  35,  522. 

Love  of  God  —  95,  96,  429,  430,  432,  618,  620, 

651. 
Love  to  God  — 71,  72,  7^],  321,  439,  440,  500, 

554,  590,  591,  646,  647. 
Love  to  Man  — 272  at  vs.  3,  273,  279,  570.  577. 

Name  of  Jesus  — 146,  325,  326,  431,  508. 

Orphans  — 280,  281. 

Peace  — 14,  30,  484,  604,  626,  667. 

Penitence  — 78,  81,  82,   83,  85,   348,  350,  351, 

352,  354,  356,  361,  384,  520,  642. 
Perseverance  — 496,  497,  498,  499,  540. 
Praise  — 21,  363,   367,  370,  436,  438,  439,  441, 

446,  447,  449,  450,  452,  454,  455,  456,  457, 

458,  459,  462,  463,  464,  466,  608,  609. 
Preparation  for  Christ  — 38,  40,  42,  43,  4(5,  320, 

404. 
Progress  —  393,   395,   491,    493,  494,  496,   497, 

498,  511,  512,  513,  612,  649. 
Protection— 17,  19,  20,  414,  415,  416,  417,  433, 

636,  640. 
Providence  — 190,  193,  425,  4.33,  453,  458,  459. 

Spring  — 209. 

Summer  —  210. 

Submission  — 347,  601,  604,  607,  619,  (525,  627, 

659,  660,  661,  664. 
Sympathy  — 158,  159,  273,  275,  278,  279,  (523. 

Temperance  —  282,  283. 
Thanksgiving  — 3(52,  368,  369,  617. 
Triumph  of  Christ  — 37,  125,  368,  371,  372,  451. 
Trust  — 80,   140,  337,    338,  341,   342,  3(54,  411, 

412,  433,  434,  581,  597,  614,   619,  (521,  635, 

657. 

Unity  — 237,  481,  482,  483. 

Watchfulness  — 38,  39,  186,  404,  489,  492. 
Work  — 499,  570,  571,  572,  573,  574,  575,  611. 

Zeal  — 393,  491,  621. 


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